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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question

Question

Which of the following alkanes is a liquid at room temperature?
Options
A Methane
B Ethane
C Pentane
Correct Answer
D Propane
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pentane (C5H12) boils at 36°C, so it is a liquid at room temperature. C1-C4 are gases.

Hint

Gasoline contains pentane and hexane.

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