Structure of Aliphatic Carbons (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Quizzes

H and C atoms in straight or branched chains

$C_nH_{2n+2}$

They contain only single C-C bonds

$CH_2$

$C_5H_{12}$

Two

$C_nH_{2n}$

At least one C=C double bond

$C_nH_{2n-2}$

Acetylene

Gases

They are non-polar