Question 1

The carbon atoms in a molecule of cyclohexane lie in the same plane.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Identify the products of the reaction between 2-bromopentane and potassium ethoxide.

Accepted Answer

A)   
B)   
C)   
D)   
E)  None of these choices are correct. 
A)   
B)   
C)   
D)   
E)  None of these choices are correct.

Question 3

Anethole, a derivative of anise, is used in flavoring and as perfume in soap and toothpaste. Identify the functional group circled.

Accepted Answer

A)  aldehyde 
B)  ketone 
C)  alcohol 
D)  ester 
E)  ether 
A)  aldehyde 
B)  ketone 
C)  alcohol 
D)  ester 
E)  ether

Question 4

Nylon-type compounds are prepared by the reaction of

Accepted Answer

A)  a diol with a diacid. 
B)  an alcohol with a diacid. 
C)  a diamine with a diacid. 
D)  an amine with a diacid. 
E)  a diamine with an acid. 
A)  a diol with a diacid. 
B)  an alcohol with a diacid. 
C)  a diamine with a diacid. 
D)  an amine with a diacid. 
E)  a diamine with an acid.

Question 5

As a result of delocalization of the pi-electrons, all the carbon-carbon bonds in benzene are identical.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Glucose is an important sugar in a person's metabolic cycle. Identify the functional group circled.

Accepted Answer

A)  aldehyde 
B)  ketone 
C)  alcohol 
D)  ester 
E)  carboxylic acid 
A)  aldehyde 
B)  ketone 
C)  alcohol 
D)  ester 
E)  carboxylic acid

Question 7

Testosterone is a male hormone. Identify the functional group circled.

Accepted Answer

A)  aldehyde 
B)  ketone 
C)  alcohol 
D)  ester 
E)  carboxyl 
A)  aldehyde 
B)  ketone 
C)  alcohol 
D)  ester 
E)  carboxyl

Question 8

Which compound, if any, will be optically active?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
E)  None of these choices are correct. 
A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
E)  None of these choices are correct.

Question 9

Dacron is a ___________ compound and is produced by a __________ reaction.

Accepted Answer

A)  polyamide; addition 
B)  polyamide; condensation 
C)  polyester; addition 
D)  polyester; condensation 
E)  polyene; addition 
A)  polyamide; addition 
B)  polyamide; condensation 
C)  polyester; addition 
D)  polyester; condensation 
E)  polyene; addition

Question 10

2-chloro-2,3-dimethylbutane will react with potassium hydroxide dissolved in alcohol to produce 2,3-dimethyl-2-butene. What type of reaction is this?

Accepted Answer

A)  addition 
B)  elimination 
C)  substitution 
D)  oxidation 
E)  displacement 
A)  addition 
B)  elimination 
C)  substitution 
D)  oxidation 
E)  displacement

Question 11

The most abundant organic chemical on earth is

Accepted Answer

A)  glycogen. 
B)  starch. 
C)  cellulose. 
D)  glucose. 
E)  carbonate. 
A)  glycogen. 
B)  starch. 
C)  cellulose. 
D)  glucose. 
E)  carbonate.

Question 12

Select the correct name for the following compound.

Accepted Answer

A)  cis-2,3-dimethyl-4-hexene 
B)  trans-2,3-dimethyl-4-hexene 
C)  cis-4,5-dimethyl-2-hexene 
D)  trans-4,5-dimethyl-2-hexene 
E)  trans-4,5-dimethyl-2-heptene 
A)  cis-2,3-dimethyl-4-hexene 
B)  trans-2,3-dimethyl-4-hexene 
C)  cis-4,5-dimethyl-2-hexene 
D)  trans-4,5-dimethyl-2-hexene 
E)  trans-4,5-dimethyl-2-heptene

Question 13

Serotonin transmits nerve impulses through the body. Identify the functional group circled.

Accepted Answer

A)  aldehyde 
B)  alcohol 
C)  amide 
D)  amine 
E)  nitride 
A)  aldehyde 
B)  alcohol 
C)  amide 
D)  amine 
E)  nitride

Question 14

The millipede ejects the compound shown below to protect itself from its enemies. Identify the functional group circled.

Accepted Answer

A)  nitrile 
B)  alcohol 
C)  amide 
D)  amine 
E)  nitro 
A)  nitrile 
B)  alcohol 
C)  amide 
D)  amine 
E)  nitro

Question 15

Which of the following polymers is a condensation polymer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Polystyrene 
B)  Teflon® 
C)  polyvinylchloride 
D)  polypropylene 
E)  Dacron® 
A)  Polystyrene 
B)  Teflon® 
C)  polyvinylchloride 
D)  polypropylene 
E)  Dacron®

Question 16

Which of the formulas in the answers represents the alcohol parent of the ester below?

Accepted Answer

A)  CH3 - CH2 - CH2 - OH 
B)  CH3 - CH2 - OH 
C)  CH3 - COOH 
D)  CH3 - CH2 - COOH 
E)  None of these choices are correct 
A)  CH3 - CH2 - CH2 - OH 
B)  CH3 - CH2 - OH 
C)  CH3 - COOH 
D)  CH3 - CH2 - COOH 
E)  None of these choices are correct

Question 17

Identify the organic product when cyclopentanol reacts with sulfuric acid.

Accepted Answer

A)   
B)   
C)   
D)   
E)  None of these choices are correct. 
A)   
B)   
C)   
D)   
E)  None of these choices are correct.

Question 18

Select the correct type for the following reaction.

Accepted Answer

A)  addition 
B)  elimination 
C)  carbonylation 
D)  dehydration 
E)  oxidation 
A)  addition 
B)  elimination 
C)  carbonylation 
D)  dehydration 
E)  oxidation

Question 19

Ethane (C2H6) is much more reactive than disilane (Si2H6).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Select the correct name for the following compound.

Accepted Answer

A)  cis-2-methyl-2,3-dipropyl-4-octene 
B)  cis-7-methyl-6,7-dipropyl-4-octene 
C)  cis-4,4-dimethyl-5-propyl-6-decene 
D)  trans-7,7-dimethyl-6-propyl-4-decene 
E)  cis-7,7-dimethyl-6-propyl-4-decene 
A)  cis-2-methyl-2,3-dipropyl-4-octene 
B)  cis-7-methyl-6,7-dipropyl-4-octene 
C)  cis-4,4-dimethyl-5-propyl-6-decene 
D)  trans-7,7-dimethyl-6-propyl-4-decene 
E)  cis-7,7-dimethyl-6-propyl-4-decene

Exam 15: Organic Compounds and the Atomic Properties of Carbon

The carbon atoms in a molecule of cyclohexane lie in the same plane.

Identify the products of the reaction between 2-bromopentane and potassium ethoxide.

Anethole, a derivative of anise, is used in flavoring and as perfume in soap and toothpaste. Identify the functional group circled.

Nylon-type compounds are prepared by the reaction of

As a result of delocalization of the pi-electrons, all the carbon-carbon bonds in benzene are identical.

Glucose is an important sugar in a person's metabolic cycle. Identify the functional group circled.

Testosterone is a male hormone. Identify the functional group circled.

Which compound, if any, will be optically active?

Dacron is a ___________ compound and is produced by a __________ reaction.

2-chloro-2,3-dimethylbutane will react with potassium hydroxide dissolved in alcohol to produce 2,3-dimethyl-2-butene. What type of reaction is this?

The most abundant organic chemical on earth is

Select the correct name for the following compound.

Serotonin transmits nerve impulses through the body. Identify the functional group circled.

The millipede ejects the compound shown below to protect itself from its enemies. Identify the functional group circled.

Which of the following polymers is a condensation polymer?

Which of the formulas in the answers represents the alcohol parent of the ester below?

Identify the organic product when cyclopentanol reacts with sulfuric acid.

Select the correct type for the following reaction.

Ethane (C2H6) is much more reactive than disilane (Si2H6).

Select the correct name for the following compound.

Keys to Studying Chemistry Definitions, Units, and Problem Solving

The Components of Matter

Stoichiometry of Formulas and Equations

Three Major Classes of Chemical Reactions

Gases and the Kinetic-Molecular Theory

Thermochemistry Energy Flow and Chemical Change

Quantum Theory and Atomic Structure

Electron Configuration and Chemical Periodicity

Models of Chemical Bonding

The Shapes of Molecules

Theories of Covalent Bonding

Intermolecular Forces Liquids, Solids, and Phase Changes

The Properties of Mixtures Solutions and Colloids

Periodic Patterns in the Main-Group Elements

Kinetics Rates and Mechanisms of Chemical Reactions

Equilibrium the Extent of Chemical Reactions

Acid-Base Equilibria

Ionic Equilibria in Aqueous Systems

Thermodynamics Entropy, Free Energy, and Reaction Direction

Electrochemistry Chemical Change and Electrical Work

The Elements in Nature and Industry

Transition Elements and Their Coordination Compounds

Nuclear Reactions and Their Applications

Filters

Dacron is a _ compound and is produced by a reaction.

Ethane (C₂H₆) is much more reactive than disilane (Si₂H₆).