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Yes, ethane is the only 2-carbon alkane.

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Is ethane a halogen?

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What do ethane and ethanol have in common?

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What are the Differents between methane ethane propane?

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Is ethane a saturated straight-chain hydrocarbon with two carbons?

Yes, ethane is a saturated hydrocarbon with two carbons in a straight-chain structure. It consists of single covalent bonds between the carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms, making it a simple alkane.


What is an example of alkane?

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What is the difference between Ethane and Ethylene?

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What is the name of the unbranched alkane with eight carbon atoms?

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