Specifically, the detection of long-chain linear alkane compounds, such as decane (C₁₀H₂₂), undecane (C₁₁H₂₄), and dodecane (C₁₂H₂₆), was made by the SAM instrument.

L ight alkanes are relatively simple molecules made entirely of carbon and hydrogen, arranged in linear or branching structures. Their oxidized counterparts, which include alcohols, epoxides ...