Which of the following is the correct definition of a homologous series?

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Which of the following is the correct definition of a homologous series? — Exam MCQ

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D. A series of compounds having the same functional group and similar chemical properties — A homologous series is a series of compounds having the same functional group and similar chemical properties. A homologous series shows similar chemical properties. They differ by a -CH2- unit between successive members. Physical properties change gradually along the series.

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A. A series of compounds with the same molecular mass

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B. A series of compounds having identical physical properties

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C. A series of compounds having different functional groups

Which of the following is the correct definition of a homologous series?

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