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The empirical formula of a compound is `CH_2` . To which of the following series can it belong ?

A

Alkenes

B

Alkynes

C

Alkane

D

Cycloalkanes

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The correct Answer is:
A, D
General molecular formula of alkenes and cycloalkanes is the same i.e., `C_(n)H_(2n)`. As such they also have same empirical formula `CH_(2)`.
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