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In Chemistry / Middle School | 2014-07-13

What are hydrocarbons?

Asked by Kemps131

Answer (3)

a compound of hydrogen and carbon, such as any of those that are the chief components of petroleum and natural gas

Answered by vanessacz | 2024-06-10

It's basically just a compound of Carbon and Hydrogen

Answered by brittanycandace | 2024-06-10

Hydrocarbons are organic compounds made solely of hydrogen and carbon, classified into alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes based on their bonding. They are important components of fossil fuels and are widely used for energy production. Understanding hydrocarbons is essential for studying organic chemistry.
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Answered by vanessacz | 2024-12-24

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