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What is homologous series?

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What is homologous series?

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A homologous series is a group of organic compounds having similar structures and similar chemical properties.

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Chapter 12: Organic Chemistry: Organic Compounds - Exercise [Page 269]

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Frank Chemistry Part 2 [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 12 Organic Chemistry: Organic Compounds
Exercise | Q 9.1 | Page 269

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