History of Organic Chemistry Quiz
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Who is credited with the laboratory synthesis of urea?

  • Wöhler (correct)
  • Lavoisier
  • Berzelius
  • Oparin
  • Who is associated with the theory of bonding called valence theory?

  • Scheele
  • Kekule (correct)
  • Couper
  • Miller
  • Which century saw the belief in a 'vital force' in natural synthesis of organic chemicals?

  • 19th century (correct)
  • 18th century
  • 16th century
  • 20th century
  • Who developed analytical methods for determination of elemental composition?

    <p>Lavoisier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist proposed the theory of a 'vital force' directing natural synthesis of organic chemicals?

    <p>Berzelius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Laboratory Synthesis of Urea

    • Friedrich Wöhler is credited with the laboratory synthesis of urea, a milestone in the field of organic chemistry.

    Valence Theory

    • The theory of bonding called valence theory is associated with Edward Frankland.

    Vital Force Theory

    • The 19th century saw a widespread belief in a 'vital force' that directed the natural synthesis of organic chemicals.

    Theory of Vital Force

    • Georges Cuvier proposed the theory of a 'vital force' directing the natural synthesis of organic chemicals.

    Analytical Chemistry

    • Justus von Liebig developed analytical methods for the determination of elemental composition, significantly advancing the field of analytical chemistry.

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    Test your knowledge of the historical developments in organic chemistry, from the proposed origins of organic compounds to the experiments and discoveries by prominent scientists.

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