Question

What are cycloalkane rings?

Answer 1

These are alkane derivatives that are constrained in a ring. That is the termini are constrained into a `C-C` linkage to close the ring.

Explanation:

The general formula of a cycloalkane ring is `C_nH_(2n)`; they thus contain 2 less hydrogens than a linear, saturated hydrocarbon `(C_nH_(2n+2))`.