Multiple choice

Ethane is an organic compound. Which of the following is structurally similar to ethane?

  1. Digallane

  2. Dinitrogen pentoxide

  3. Disilane

  4. Disulfur dichloride

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Disilane is a chemical compound with chemical formula H6Si2. It is the only two silicon silane that is an aliphatic hydrosilicon. At standard temperature and pressure, disilane is a colourless, acrid gas. Disilane and ethane have similar structures, although disilane is much more reactive.