Understanding Alkanes
Alkanes are hydrocarbons (molecules made of only hydrogen and carbon) with single bonds between all the carbon atoms. They follow a general formula:
* CₙH₂ₙ₊₂
Where 'n' is the number of carbon atoms.
Calculation
1. Substitute 'n' with 6: Since we have six carbon atoms, n = 6.
2. Apply the formula: C₆H₂(6)₊₂ = C₆H₁₄
Answer: There are 14 hydrogen atoms in an alkane molecule with six carbon atoms.
