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  • Hydrogen Atoms in Cycloalkenes: A Step-by-Step Calculation
    Here's how to determine the number of hydrogen atoms in a cycloalkene with one double bond and 3 carbon atoms:

    1. General Formula for Cycloalkanes:

    The general formula for cycloalkanes is CₙH₂ₙ, where 'n' is the number of carbon atoms.

    2. Adjusting for the Double Bond:

    A double bond reduces the number of hydrogen atoms by two.

    3. Applying the Formula:

    * We have 3 carbon atoms (n = 3).

    * The general formula for cycloalkanes with 3 carbons would be C₃H₆.

    * The double bond reduces this by two, leaving us with C₃H₄.

    Therefore, there are 4 hydrogen atoms in a cycloalkene with one double bond and 3 carbon atoms.

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