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`C_(n)H_(2n+2)O` is the general formula for

A

monohydric alcohols

B

epoxides

C

aldehydes and alkoxyalkanes

D

aldehydes and ketones

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The correct Answer is:
C
Monohydric alcohols `(ROH)` and aliphatic ethers `(ROR')` are functional isomers as they the same general molecular formula but different functional groups:
`C_(2)H_(6)Oimpliesunderset("Ethanol")(CH_(3)CH_(2)OH) underset("Methooxymethane")(CH_(3)OCH_(3))`
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