Characterize EACH of the three given statements as being TRUE or FALSE and then indicate the collective true-false status of the statements using the choices: (1) Methane, the simplest alkane, is a major component of the atmospheres of Jupiter and Saturn but only a minor component of Earth's atmosphere.
(2) Some solid-state alkanes find use as skin-softeners and skin-protectors.
(3) HFO's are fluorinated hydrocarbons in which a carbon-carbon double bond is present.

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Statement 1 is true as methane is a major component of the atmospheres of Jupiter and Saturn but only a minor component of Earth's atmosphere. Statement 2 is true as some solid-state alkanes, like paraffin wax, are used as skin-softeners and skin-protectors. Statement 3 is true as HFOs (Hydrofluoroolefins) are fluorinated hydrocarbons with a carbon-carbon double bond.

Characterize EACH of the Three Given Statements as Being TRUE