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Which of the following is not an aromatic compound?

Correct answer: B. Tartaric acid

  • A. Phthalic acid
  • B. Tartaric acid
  • C. Picric acid
  • D. Salicylic acid

Explanation

Aromatic compounds are cyclic, planar, and contain a conjugated system of pi electrons. Phthalic acid, picric acid, and salicylic acid all have benzene rings, which are aromatic. Tartaric acid, however, is an aliphatic compound with no aromatic ring.

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