What is the correct name for a straight-chained organic compound with the molecular formula $C_{3} H_{8}$ ?

Methane

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Ethane

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Methylethane

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Propane

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Isopropane

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Solution

The correct option is D Propane
$C H_{3} - C H_{2} - C H_{3}$

Three carbon without any branches, thus the given alkane is propane.
Hence the correct option is D.

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