nC14H29

nC14H29 is a chemical formula that represents a saturated straight-chain hydrocarbon with fourteen carbon atoms and twenty-nine hydrogen atoms. This formula typically refers to an alkane. However, the "n" prefix indicates a normal or straight-chain isomer, meaning the carbon atoms are arranged in a single, unbranched chain. Therefore, nC14H29 specifically refers to n-tetradecane.

n-Tetradecane is a waxy solid at room temperature, with a melting point around 5.85 °C and a boiling point of approximately 253.5 °C. It is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and ether. As a long-chain alkane, it is relatively unreactive under normal conditions, characteristic of its saturated hydrocarbon nature. Its primary uses are as a component in fuels and lubricants, and as a laboratory standard. It can also be found naturally in petroleum. The complete combustion of n-tetradecane yields carbon dioxide and water.