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What type of bonds are present in alkanes?

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What type of bonds are present in alkanes?.

  1. A.Single covalent bonds
  2. B.Double covalent bonds
  3. C.Triple covalent bonds
  4. D.Ionic bonds

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Characteristics of Alkanes

Alkanes are characterized by their single covalent bonds and are classified as saturated hydrocarbons. They have the general formula C_nH_(2n+2).

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    State the type of bonds present in alkanes.

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