Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 6 - Covalent Bonding - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 283a: 26c

Answer

Alkene

Work Step by Step

Alkenes have general formula: $C_{n}H_{2n}$. In this case, we have: $C_{8}H_{2(8)} = C_{8}H_{16}$. Hence it is an alkene.
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