Question

In the case homologous series of alkanes, which one of the following statements is incorrect

• A. The members of the series are isomers of each other.
• B. The members of the series have similar chemical properties.
• C. The members of the series have the general formula $C_n{H}_{2n+2},$where 'n' is an integer
• D. The difference between any two successive members of the series corresponds to 14 units of relative atomic mass.

Answer 1

The correct option is A The members of the series are isomers of each other.

a) The difference between any two successive members of the homologous series$-C{H}_2-$i.e., the molecular weight of every two adjacent members differ by$14.$

$C{H}_2=12+2=14$