Write the molecular formula of two consecutive members of homologous series of aldehydes. State which part of these compounds determines their (i) physical and (ii) chemical properties.
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Solution
Molecular formula of two consecutive members of homologous series of aldehydes:-
CH3-CHO and CH3-CH2-CHO
In CH3-CHO compound, -CHO part and in CH3-CH2-CHO, -CH2-CHO part will determine their physical and chemical properties.
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