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Homologous Series Trend

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Formula
C4H10
Molecular mass
58u
Approx boiling point
-74°C
Difference from previous
CH₂ = 14 u
Boiling point (°C)126
Homologous series — chain grows by —CH₂—Formula: C4H10
CCCC4 carbons — catenation & tetravalency
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Successive members differ by −CH₂− and 14 u; physical properties vary gradually.

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