Chapter 12.15, Problem 2QQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The one which is not a mixture of cyclic and noncyclic alkanes has to be chosen from the given set of options.

Concept Introduction:

Organic compounds are represented shortly by the molecular formula and structural formula.  Each and every compound has its own molecular formula.  Compounds can have same molecular formula but not same structural formula.

Alkanes are linear chain saturated hydrocarbons and cycloalkanes are cyclic carbon chain saturated hydrocarbons.  They both occur naturally.  One of the major source of alkane and cycloalkanes are natural gas and petroleum.