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Write the molecular formula of first two members of homologous series having function group – Cl.

 

Answer

Homologous series is a group/sequence of compounds which have the same functional group and similar chemical properties .

The two successive compounds differ by a CH 2 group.

Therefore, the first two members of homologous series having function group -Cl would be:

CH 3 Cl, CH 3 CH 2 Cl

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  2. Chapter 4 Class 10 - Carbon and its Compounds

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