Explain Ethane ?

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Problem 4.2PAE: 4.2 What is an alkane?
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Explain Ethane ?

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Ethane is type of alkane moelcule.

Formula of ethane is C2H6.

Ethane is the gas molecule and it is colourless.

Molecular mass of ethane is 30g/mol.

Ethane has 7 sigma bond.

6 sigma bond from C-H and One from C-C.

 

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Structure of ethane.

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  • All carbon atom is sp3 hybridized.
  • Carbon atom in ethane has tetrahedral geometry.
  • Ethane molecule can rotate about its axis.
  • Due to its tetrahedral geometry its bond angle is 109.5o 
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