Here's how to determine the number of hydrogen atoms in an alkane with 16 carbon atoms:

Understanding Alkanes

Alkanes are hydrocarbons (molecules made of only carbon and hydrogen) with single bonds between all carbon atoms. They follow a general formula:

* C_nH_2n+2

Where 'n' is the number of carbon atoms.

Calculation

1. Substitute 'n' with 16: C₁₆H_2(16)+2

2. Simplify: C₁₆H_{32 + 2}

3. Final Formula: C₁₆H₃₄

Answer: There are 34 hydrogen atoms in an alkane with 16 carbon atoms.