Which of the following groups is an example of a chromophore?
Correct answer: C. -N=N-
- A. -OH
- B. -NH₂
- C. -N=N-
- D. -SO₃H
Explanation
Chromophores are parts of molecules responsible for their color. The -N=N- group, known as an azo group, is a typical chromophore found in many dyes, contributing to their vibrant colors by absorbing specific wavelengths of light. The other groups, -OH, -NH₂, and -SO₃H, do not serve as chromophores; instead, they may act as auxochromes or solubilizing groups, modifying the properties of compounds in ways other than color.
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