Give the characteristics of a homolgous series.

A homologous series is a group of compounds that share the same functionl group. Members of the same series have similar chemical properties and show a gradation in physical properties. Each member differs from the next by -CH2.

Answered by Jessica W. Chemistry tutor

1842 Views

See similar Chemistry GCSE tutors

Related Chemistry GCSE answers

All answers ▸

How does the structure of benzene differ from the pre-assumed structure of 1,3,5-cyclohexatriene? *Kekule's structure*


What is the % yield if 12g of magnesium is dissolved in hydrochloric acid to produce 20g of magnesium chloride?


How is the electronic structure of sodium different to chlorine?


What's the difference between covalent and ionic bonding?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo
Cookie Preferences