Hydrocarbons that contain only single bonds; general formula, CnH2n+2.

[noun] A group of hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH(2n+2). Alkanes contain no carbon-carbon multiple bonds; common examples include methane and propane. Appears in modules:

This is the correct chemical term for compounds known as paraffins. They are considered the simplest organic compounds and are a family of chain hydrocarbons having the general formula C2H2n+2. All of [..]

The generic name for the group of aliphatic hydrocarbons Cn-H2n+2. They are denoted by the suffix -ane. (Grant & Hackh's Chemical Dictionary, 5th ed)

The generic name for the group of aliphatic hydrocarbons Cn-H2n+2. They are denoted by the suffix -ane. (Grant & Hackh's Chemical Dictionary, 5th ed)

The generic name for the group of aliphatic hydrocarbons cn-h2n+2. They are denoted by the suffix -ane. (12 Dec 1998)

the simplest homologous series of saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons, consisting of methane (CH4), ethane (C2H6), propane (C3H8), etc., also known as the paraffins.

The largest class of hydrocarbons. These include linear and branched chain molecules typically used in the production of fuel.

 chemical classification relating to the structure of hydrocarbons: alkanes have carbon atoms arranged in chains and contain no double or triple bonds. alkenes:

The homologous group of linear saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons having the general formula CnH2n+2. Alkanes can be straight chains, branched chains, or ring structures. Also referred to as paraffins.