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no.all alkenes end with 'ene' .methane is not an alkene cause it does not end with 'ene'.it is an alkane cause it ends with 'ane'
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lenpollock
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∙ 13y agoMethane is an alkane and has the formula CH4.
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What is the simplest straight-chain alkane?
It is methane
Is CH4 an alkane?
Yes,it is an alkane.It stands for methane.
Chemical name for CH4?
Carbon tetrahydride; methane
What is the general formula for straight chain alkane?
Methane (CH4)
What type of substance is a methane?
Methane (CH4), is an organic compound, a gaseous hydrocarbon.
Is methane is the only alkane?
No, there are many alkanes; methane is the simplest alkane.
Why is it impossible to have a compound that is methane?
the compound methane is well-known and is the simplest alkane
What is the simplest straight-chain alkane?
It is methane
What is an alkane with 1 carbon named?
Methane, CH4
Is CH4 an alkane?
Yes,it is an alkane.It stands for methane.
Chemical name for CH4?
Carbon tetrahydride; methane
What is the symbol CH4 represent?
Methane is represented.It a gaseous alkane.
What chemical series does methane belong to?
In chemistry, ethanol is a classified as an "alkane". It is also grouped as one of many "hydrocarbons", meaning it consists of only hydrogen and carbon atoms. It is also an "alcohol". I think ethane (alkane) and suffix of alcohol is how its name is derived.
What is the difference between propane and methane?
The number of carbon atoms and therefore size of the molecules (Methane=CH4, Propane=C3H8) PROPANE IS A BY-PRODUCT OF CRUDE OIL REFINING. METHANE IS A GAS THAT WILL COME FROM ANYTHING THAT WILL NATURALLY DE-COMPOSE
What do methane octane butane have in common?
All these are saturated hydrocarbons of Alkane family.
What is the general formula for straight chain alkane?
Methane (CH4)
What type of substance is a methane?
Methane (CH4), is an organic compound, a gaseous hydrocarbon.
