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No, there are many alkanes; methane is the simplest alkane.
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Is methane a alkane?
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'
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 type of gas is Methane?
Methane gas is a greenhouse gas used in most industries. It is an alkane (compound with CO2 and hydrogen particles).
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.
What is an example of alkane?
methane, ethane, propane, hexane .... these are some of the famous alkanes
Chemical name for CH4?
Carbon tetrahydride; methane
What is the symbol CH4 represent?
Methane is represented.It a gaseous alkane.
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.
