Definition of alkane series Alkane series
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| alkane series - a series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH(2n+2) | ||
| methane series, alkane, paraffin series, paraffin | ||
| aliphatic compound organic compound that is an alkane or alkene or alkyne or their derivative | ||
| butane occurs in natural gas; used in the manufacture of rubber and fuels | ||
| amine, aminoalkane a compound derived from ammonia by replacing hydrogen atoms by univalent hydrocarbon radicals | ||
| c2h6, ethane a colorless odorless alkane gas used as fuel | ||
| heptane a colorless volatile highly flammable liquid obtained from petroleum and used as an anesthetic or a solvent or in determining octane ratings | ||
| hexane a colorless flammable liquid alkane derived from petroleum and used as a solvent | ||
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alkane series
A homologous series of saturated hydrocarbons having the general formula CnH2n+2.
