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Which of the following compounds is considered the simplest alkane in organic chemistry?
A
Methane
B
Ethane
C
Propane
D
Butane
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Understand the definition of alkanes: Alkanes are hydrocarbons with only single bonds between carbon atoms, following the general formula CnH2n+2.
Identify the simplest alkane: The simplest alkane is the one with the smallest number of carbon atoms.
Recall the names and formulas of the first few alkanes: Methane (CH4), Ethane (C2H6), Propane (C3H8), Butane (C4H10).
Compare the number of carbon atoms in each compound: Methane has 1 carbon atom, Ethane has 2, Propane has 3, and Butane has 4.
Determine the simplest alkane: Since Methane has the fewest carbon atoms, it is considered the simplest alkane.
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