Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Chemistry

Question:

What is the formula of cyclohexane? 

Options:

C6H10

C6H6

C6H12

C6H14

Correct Answer:

C6H12

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3. C6H12

Cyclohexane is a cyclic hydrocarbon, meaning it has a ring of carbon atoms with hydrogen atoms attached.

The prefix "cyclo" indicates a ring structure.

"Hexane" implies six carbon atoms (hexa-) in the molecule.

Following the octet rule (where atoms aim for eight valence electrons in their outer shell), each carbon atom in cyclohexane bonds with two hydrogen atoms.

Therefore, the correct formula is C₆H₁₂.