Question

Methane belongs to the homologous series of alkanes.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A

True

Methane is the first compound in the homologous series of alkanes followed by Ethane, Propane, Butane etc. All the compounds in this homologous series can be represented by the same general formula ${\text{C}}_{\text{n}}{\text{H}}_{2n+2}$.