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What is true about the carbon atom in organic molecules?
What is true about the carbon atom in organic molecules?
- It typically forms triple bonds.
- It has 6 electrons in its outer shell.
- It can form up to six bonds.
- It needs 4 more electrons to fill its outer shell. (correct)
Why are polar molecules usually water soluble?
Why are polar molecules usually water soluble?
- They contain carbon atoms.
- They exhibit polar bonds. (correct)
- They have a low molecular weight.
- They are macromolecules.
Which of the following statements about macromolecules is correct?
Which of the following statements about macromolecules is correct?
- They can only be formed from carbon and hydrogen.
- They are large, complex organic molecules. (correct)
- They are small, simple organic molecules.
- They are exclusively found in non-living organisms.
What type of bonds do most carbon atoms form?
What type of bonds do most carbon atoms form?
Organic molecules are characterized by which of the following features?
Organic molecules are characterized by which of the following features?
Flashcards
Organic Molecules
Organic Molecules
Molecules that contain carbon and are abundant in living organisms.
Macromolecules
Macromolecules
Large, complex organic molecules crucial for biological functions.
Carbon Atom Structure
Carbon Atom Structure
Carbon has 4 electrons in its outer shell, needing 4 more to fill it.
Carbon Bonds
Carbon Bonds
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Polar vs Nonpolar Bonds
Polar vs Nonpolar Bonds
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Study Notes
Organic Molecules
- Organic molecules contain carbon.
- Organic molecules are common in living organisms.
- Macromolecules are large, complex organic molecules.
Carbon Atom
- Carbon has four electrons in its outer shell.
- It needs four more electrons to fill its outer shell.
- Carbon can form up to four bonds, usually single or double bonds.
- Carbon can form nonpolar or polar bonds.
- Molecules with polar bonds are water-soluble.
- Molecules with nonpolar bonds are generally not water-soluble.
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