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What was the significance of Wöhler's synthesis of urea in 1828?
What was the significance of Wöhler's synthesis of urea in 1828?
- It proved that organic compounds from living organisms could be made in the lab. (correct)
- It highlighted the toxicity of ammonium isocyanate.
- It showed the limitations of organic synthesis.
- It demonstrated the industrial applications of organic compounds.
What is the primary use of methanol in Asia?
What is the primary use of methanol in Asia?
- In various products and fuels
- As a precursor for wood adhesives (correct)
- As a transportation fuel
- For industrial synthesis under high pressure
How is isopropyl alcohol produced through indirect hydration?
How is isopropyl alcohol produced through indirect hydration?
- Propene is combined with water at high pressures
- Propene reacts with sulfuric acid to form a mixture of sulfate esters (correct)
- Propene reacts with water in the presence of solid acidic catalysts
- Isopropyl alcohol is obtained from the direct reaction of propene with water
Which compound is used in producing acetone, antifreeze, and antiseptics?
Which compound is used in producing acetone, antifreeze, and antiseptics?
What promotes the industrial synthesis of methanol from carbon monoxide and hydrogen?
What promotes the industrial synthesis of methanol from carbon monoxide and hydrogen?
What is the primary concern regarding the use of Formaldehyde?
What is the primary concern regarding the use of Formaldehyde?
What is the main reason for the shift from acetylene hydration to direct ethylene oxidation in the manufacture of Acetaldehyde?
What is the main reason for the shift from acetylene hydration to direct ethylene oxidation in the manufacture of Acetaldehyde?
What is the natural source of Formaldehyde, which contributes to smog and comprises up to 90% of environmental formaldehyde?
What is the natural source of Formaldehyde, which contributes to smog and comprises up to 90% of environmental formaldehyde?
What is the unique process used for the easy separation in the production of the effective cleaner mentioned in the text?
What is the unique process used for the easy separation in the production of the effective cleaner mentioned in the text?
What is the significant factor that led to the decline in the use of older acetylene methods for Acetaldehyde production?
What is the significant factor that led to the decline in the use of older acetylene methods for Acetaldehyde production?
