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What is the role of a general molecular formula in representing a homologous series?

Options

  1. AIt helps determine the color of the compounds.
  2. BIt simplifies the naming of the compounds.
  3. CIt specifies the position of functional groups.
  4. DIt indicates the molecular weight of the compounds.

Correct answer

B. It simplifies the naming of the compounds.

Step-by-step solution

A general molecular formula for a homologous series simplifies the naming of the compounds.

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