An aliphatic hydrocarbon with only single bonds between carbon atoms is known as an alkane. Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons, meaning they contain the maximum possible number of hydrogen atoms for a given number of carbon atoms, with the general formula CnH2n+2. Common examples include methane (CH4), ethane (C2H6), and propane (C3H8). These compounds are typically found in natural gas and are used as fuels and lubricants.
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