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The minimum number of carbon atoms in an alkane having four primary carbon atoms are:

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4
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8
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C
5
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6
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Solution

The correct option is D 5
A primary carbon is a carbon atom which is bound to only one other carbon atom.

The minimum number of carbon atoms in an alkane having four primary carbon atoms are 5.

Example: neopentane

Hence, option C is correct.

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