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What is called a homologous series? Give any three of its characteristics?

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A homologous series is a group or a class of organic compounds having the same general formula and similar chemical properties in which the successive members differ by a – CH2 group.

Characteristics of homologous series:

  • All members of a homologous series contain the same elements and functional group.
  •  All members of a homologous series can be prepared by a common method. 
  • Chemical properties of the members of a homologous series are similar.


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