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Alcohols
Alkanes and Alkenes
Esters
Homologous Series
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Analytic

Homologous Series

A homologus series is a group of organic compounds with a similar general formula and propeties. They show a gradual change in properties correlating with an increase in molecule size.

Some Series

SeriesGeneral FormulaExample
AlkanesCnH2n+2Methane
CH3
AlkenesCnH2nEthene
C2H4
AlcoholsCnH2n+2OHPropanol
C3H8OH
EstersCnH2n-1O2CmH2m+1Ethyl Ethanoate
CH3COOC2H5