Which of the following is an organometallic compound ?

Correct answer: B. Tetra-ethyl lead

  • A. Isopropyl alcohol
  • B. Tetra-ethyl lead
  • C. Zeolite
  • D. Cumene

Explanation

Tetraethyl lead is organometallic because it contains a direct lead-carbon bond, joining a metal to organic ethyl groups. The other compounds either contain no metal-carbon bond or are not organometallic substances.

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