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Which of the following is the general formula for the homologous series that includes ?
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Identify the compound ethene and write its molecular formula. Ethene is an alkene with two carbon atoms and a double bond, so its formula is \(C_2H_4\).
Recall the general formulas for common homologous series: alkanes have \(C_nH_{2n+2}\), alkenes have \(C_nH_{2n}\), alkynes have \(C_nH_{2n-2}\), and so on.
Compare the molecular formula of ethene (\(C_2H_4\)) with these general formulas to see which one fits. Substitute \(n=2\) into each formula and check if the hydrogen count matches 4.
Since ethene has a double bond, it belongs to the alkene series, which has the general formula \(C_nH_{2n}\).
Conclude that the homologous series including ethene is the alkenes, represented by the general formula \(C_nH_{2n}\).