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Write the molecular formulae of the third and fifth members of homologous series represented by general formula CnH2n-2.

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As the general formula of the homologous series is CnH2n-2 so they represent Alkynes.

Third member: C4H6
Fifth member: C6H10

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Chapter 11.1: Organic Compounds - Exercise [Page 269]

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Frank Chemistry Part 2 [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 11.1 Organic Compounds
Exercise | Q 2 | Page 269

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\phantom{.......}\ce{H}\phantom{.....}\ce{O}\\
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