Multiple choice

The simplest hydrocarbon is known as

  1. Ethane

  2. Methane

  3. Siliken

  4. Hexane

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Methane (CH4) is the simplest hydrocarbon, consisting of one carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms. Ethane has 2 carbons, hexane has 6 carbons, and 'Siliken' appears to be a misspelling or nonexistent term.

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