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If the molecular formula of an organic compound is C10H18 it is:

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Alkene
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Alkane
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Alkyne
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Not a hydrocarbon
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Solution

The correct option is C Alkyne
If the molecular formula of an organic compound is C10H18 it is alkyne. The general formula of alkyne is CnH2n2.
If the molecular formula of an organic compound is C10H22 it is alkane. The general formula of alkane is CnH2n+2.
If the molecular formula of an organic compound is C10H20 it is alkene. The general formula of alkene is CnH2n.

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