Asked in PMC Practice Test 13 (2021) 2021Moderate

An atom or group of atoms that give specific properties to the compound is/are called as _.

Correct answer: A. Functional groups

  • A. Functional groups
  • B. Homologous series
  • C. Alkane
  • D. Atoms

Explanation

Functional groups are groups of atoms in a compound, that determine the chemical behavior of the compound and gives specific properties to a compound family.OPTION A: Functional groups are groups of atoms in a compound, that determine the chemical behavior of the compound and gives specific properties to a compound family.OPTION B: A homologous series is a collection of compounds with the same general formula that differ only in the carbon chain length.OPTION C: Alkanes are organic compounds that consist entirely of single-bonded carbon and hydrogen atoms. Alkanes have the general formula CnH2n+2.OPTION D: The smallest particle of a chemical element that can exist.

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