Question

propane (c₃h₈) is a fossil fuel. its stored in pressure tanks so it can be transported as a liquid. propane is used for heating barbecue grills, homes, and other spaces where portable fuel is needed.propane is widely used as a portable fuel.based on your understanding of covalent bonds, which lewis structure correctly represents a propane molecule?choose 1 answer:

Explanation:

Propane has the formula \(C_3H_8\). Carbon atoms form four covalent bonds. In propane, each carbon atom is bonded to other carbon and hydrogen atoms through single bonds. Option A has a double bond (\(C = C\)) which is incorrect for propane. Option C has a double bond (\(C = C = C\)) which is also incorrect. Option B has all single bonds (\(C - C - C\)) and the correct number of hydrogen atoms attached to each carbon atom to satisfy the four - bond rule for carbon.

Answer:

The second option (the one with all single bonds between carbon atoms) is the correct Lewis structure for propane.