C29H58

C29H58 is the molecular formula for a saturated hydrocarbon, also known as an alkane. Specifically, it represents a molecule composed of 29 carbon atoms and 58 hydrogen atoms. The general formula for alkanes is CnH2n+2, and for n=29, this formula yields C29H(2*29+2) = C29H58. This indicates that C29H58 is a straight-chain or branched alkane.

Hydrocarbons with this number of carbon atoms typically exist as liquids or solids at room temperature and atmospheric pressure. Their physical properties, such as boiling point and melting point, increase with the number of carbon atoms due to stronger van der Waals forces between the molecules. C29H58 would have a relatively high molecular weight compared to lighter alkanes.

As an alkane, C29H58 is generally unreactive. It does not readily undergo addition reactions common to alkenes or alkynes. Its primary reactions include combustion, where it reacts with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water, and free radical halogenation under specific conditions. Due to its long carbon chain, it is likely to have a low solubility in polar solvents like water but will be soluble in nonpolar organic solvents. Alkanes of this size are often found as components in petroleum products and waxes.