Octane is an alkane that has eight carbon atoms in each molecule. What is the molecular formula for octane, and how does its boiling point compare with that of butane?
- A$\text{C}_8\text{H}_{16}$, higher than butane
- B$\text{C}_8\text{H}_{16}$, lower than butane
- C$\text{C}_8\text{H}_{18}$, lower than butane
- D$\text{C}_8\text{H}_{18}$, higher than butane