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A propane molecule has 3 carbon atoms and 8 hydrogen atoms.
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What is the Molecular Formula of Propane?
Answer – The molecular formula of propane is C3H8.
Explanation:
Propane is a colorless, odorless gas that is part of the alkane family of hydrocarbons. It is composed of three carbon atoms (C3) and eight hydrogen atoms (H8). Therefore, its molecular formula is C3H8.
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As per the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry’s (IUPAC) nomenclature rules, propane is broken down into the prefix “pro” and the suffix “ane.” “Pro-” indicates that there are three carbon atoms in the molecule, and “-ane” indicates that the molecule belongs to the alkane family (saturated hydrocarbons with single bonds between carbon atoms).
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