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The general formula for alkane is

  1. CnH2n+2

  2. CnHn

  3. CnH2n

  4. C2nH2n
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Explanation

Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons where each carbon forms four single bonds. The formula CnH2n+2 ensures all carbons are fully saturated with hydrogens, unlike alkenes (CnH2n) or alkynes.

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