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noun

IPA: /ˈæl.keɪn/

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The correct spelling is alkane. Any acyclic saturated hydrocarbon (e.g., methane, ethane, etc.). For example: "The carbon chain of an alkane may be linear or branched, but must not contain loops (cycles); its chemical formula is of the form CnH2n+2."

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The carbon chain of an alkane may be linear or branched, but must not contain loops (cycles); its chemical formula is of the form CnH2n+2.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.Any acyclic saturated hydrocarbon (e.g., methane, ethane, etc.).

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