If an acyclic alkane hydrocarbon contains n carbon atoms, how many hydrogen atoms must it also contain?
A) n
B) 2n
C) n + 2
D) 2n + 2
E) n - 2

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An acyclic alkane hydrocarbon is a straight chain hydrocarbon with no cyclic structures. The general formula for an acyclic alkane hydrocarbon is CnH2n+2. Therefore, if it contains n carbon atoms, it must also contain 2n+2 hydrogen atoms.

If an Acyclic Alkane Hydrocarbon Contains N Carbon Atoms, How