Explanation:
The general formula of an alkane is given as;
CₙH₂ₙ₊₂
n is the number of the member;
For the 97th member in the series;
n = 97;
2n + 2 = 2(97) + 2 = 196
So, the 97th member is;
C₉₇H₁₉₆
This is how to apply the formula of alkanes which are saturated hydrocarbons to find any member of the series.
