The general molecular formula, which represents the homologous series of alkanols is:

The general molecular formula, which represents the homologous series of alkanols is:
  1. $\mathrm{C}_n \mathrm{H}_{2 n+2} \mathrm{O}$
  2. $\mathrm{C}_n \mathrm{H}_{2 n} \mathrm{O}_2$
  3. $\mathrm{C}_n \mathrm{H}_{2 n} \mathrm{O}$
  4. $\mathrm{C}_n \mathrm{H}_{2 n+1} \mathrm{O}$

Solution

Alkanols are the derivatives of alkanes which are derived by the replacement of the $-\mathrm{H}$ of alkanes with the $-\mathrm{OH}$ (hydroxyl) group.

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