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Which of the following is NOT one of the first four members of the alkane series?
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Topic
Carbon compounds as fuels and feedstock
Question
- A. Butane
- B. Propane
- C. Pentane
- D. Ethane
Answer
Pentane
Explanation
The first four members of the alkane series are methane, ethane, propane, and butane. Pentane is the fifth member.
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