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What is the unique feature of carbon that allows it to form a vast number of compounds?
What is the unique feature of carbon that allows it to form a vast number of compounds?
- It has room for 4 bonds to 4 other atoms (correct)
- It has a tetrahedral geometry
- It has 6 electrons in its shell
- It can form chains with other Group 4 elements
What is the difference in geometry around a carbon atom with three attached atoms or groups compared to one with four attached atoms or groups?
What is the difference in geometry around a carbon atom with three attached atoms or groups compared to one with four attached atoms or groups?
- Linear vs trigonal planar
- Tetrahedral vs octahedral
- Trigonal planar vs tetrahedral (correct)
- Linear vs tetrahedral
What are the three main types of macromolecules found in living organisms?
What are the three main types of macromolecules found in living organisms?
- Lipids, nucleotides, and amino acids
- Nucleotides, lipids, and proteins
- Carbohydrates, lipids, and amino acids
- Proteins, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids (correct)
