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What type of bonds do alkanes contain?

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Alkanes

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What type of bonds do alkanes contain?.

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

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Properties of Alkanes

Alkanes are hydrocarbons that consist of single covalent bonds and are saturated. They have the general formula CnH2n+2 and are less reactive than alkenes.

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    Define the term 'alkane'.

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