Here's why the molecular mass of candle wax is likely *greater* than 100:
* Long chains: The "n" in the formula represents the number of carbon atoms in the chain. Candle wax typically uses alkanes with chains containing 20-40 carbon atoms.
* Atomic weights: Carbon has an atomic weight of 12, and hydrogen has an atomic weight of 1. Even with a relatively short chain of 20 carbons, the molecular mass would be (20 * 12) + (42 * 1) = 282.
Therefore, the molecular mass of candle wax is significantly greater than 100.
