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MCQs 1:
What is Fullerenes composed of?
Topic: Composition of Fullerenes
Correct Answer: A) Carbon
- Fullerenes are a form of carbon molecule whose structure is a hollow sphere, ellipsoid, or tube.
- As a carbon allotrope, they are made up entirely of carbon atoms.
- This makes option A, "Carbon", the correct choice for this question.
MCQs 2:
Which among the following represents an amide functional group?
Topic: Functional Groups in Organic Chemistry
Correct Answer: C) –CONH2
- Functional groups are specific groupings of atoms within molecules that have their own characteristic properties, regardless of the other atoms present in a molecule.
- The amide functional group consists of a carbonyl group (a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom) connected to a nitrogen atom.
- Thus, the correct representation is –CONH2, making option C, "–CONH2", the valid choice for this question.
MCQs 3:
What do Pentane and 2-methyl butane have in common?
Topic: Chemical Properties of Hydrocarbons
Correct Answer: B) Octane number
- Pentane and 2-methyl butane, both being hydrocarbons with the same number of carbon atoms, have the same octane numbers.
- The octane number is a standard measure of the performance of an engine or aviation gasoline.
- Hence, the correct answer is B, "Octane number".
MCQs 4:
What is the primary use of Artemisinin?
Topic: Pharmaceutical Applications of Chemical Compounds
Correct Answer: B) Antimalarial agent
- Artemisinin is a drug derived from the sweet wormwood plant (Artemisia annua).
- It's used primarily as an antimalarial agent, especially for the treatment of multi-drug resistant strains of falciparum malaria.
- Therefore, the correct answer is B, "Antimalarial agent".
MCQs 5:
For what purpose is Lassaign's solution commonly used in the detection of elements in organic compounds?
Topic: Chemical Detection Techniques in Organic Chemistry
Correct Answer: C) N, S, Halogens
- Lassaigne's solution is used in qualitative inorganic analysis to detect for certain elements like Nitrogen, Sulphur and Halogens in organic compounds.
- The test involves heating the organic compound with Sodium (Lassaigne's test) to detect these elements.
- Therefore, the correct answer is C, "N, S, Halogens".
MCQs 6:
Which of the following is not a typical characteristic of organic compounds?
Topic: Characteristics of Organic Compounds
Correct Answer: D) Mostly polar
- Organic compounds, which typically contain carbon atoms, are known for their properties of catenation, slow reactions, and vast variety.
- However, not all of them are polar in nature.
- Hence, the correct answer to this question is D, "Mostly polar".
MCQs 7:
What is the primary application of Paclitaxel (Taxol), a product obtained from the yew tree?
Topic: Pharmaceutical Applications of Natural Products
Correct Answer: B) Anticancer agent
- Paclitaxel (Taxol) is a product derived from the bark of the yew tree.
- It has found extensive use in the medical field as an anticancer agent.
- As a result, the correct answer is B, "Anticancer agent".
Question 8:
Which chemical compound matches the general formula (CnH2n+1)2O?
Topic: Chemical Formulas in Organic Chemistry
Correct Answer: B) Ether
- The general formula (CnH2n+1)2O represents a class of organic compounds known as ethers.
- Ethers are a group of organic compounds composed of an oxygen atom connected to two alkyl or aryl groups.
- As such, the correct answer is B, "Ether".
Question 9:
Which of the following is a source of methane?
Topic: Natural Sources of Hydrocarbons
Correct Answer: D) Both A & B
- Methane is a hydrocarbon that is the main component of natural gas.
- It is also produced by the anaerobic decomposition of organic matter, which is commonly referred to as marsh gas.
- Therefore, both A, "Natural gas", and B, "Marsh Gas", are correct answers, making the correct choice D, "Both A & B".
Question 10:
Which of the following is not a product of the destructive distillation of coal?
Topic: Chemical Products from Coal Distillation
Correct Answer: C) Phosgene gas
- The destructive distillation of coal produces several valuable chemical compounds, including coal tar and ammonical liquor.
- However, phosgene gas is not one of these products.
- Thus, the correct answer is C, "Phosgene gas".
Question 11:
What property is often associated with combustible compounds?
Topic: Properties of Combustible Compounds
Correct Answer: B) High percentage of carbon
- Combustible compounds are substances that can catch fire and burn easily.
- They often contain a high percentage of carbon, which when ignited, reacts with oxygen to produce heat.
- Thus, the correct answer is B, "High percentage of carbon".
Question 12:
Which of the following is considered an inorganic compound?
Topic: Inorganic vs Organic Compounds
- An inorganic compound is typically a substance that does not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds.
- While Mercaptan, Nitrile, and Carbonyl compounds typically contain carbon, the classification of "Meta carbonyl" is uncertain based on the information provided.
- The correct answer needs further clarification.
Question 13:
Which substance is used as a catalyst in the Fischer-Tropsch process?
Topic: Catalysts in Chemical Processes
Correct Answer: D) Ruthenium
- The Fischer-Tropsch process is a series of chemical reactions that involve the conversion of hydrogen and carbon monoxide into liquid hydrocarbons.
- This process often uses a catalyst to enhance the reaction rate. Ruthenium is one of the catalysts used in this process.
- Hence, the correct answer is D, "Ruthenium".
Question 14:
Which substance is commonly used to detect the presence of carbon in organic compounds?
Topic: Detection Methods in Organic Chemistry
Correct Answer: A) Soda lime
- The identification of carbon in organic compounds is crucial in organic chemistry.
- Soda lime is commonly used for this purpose as it reacts with carbon to produce a discernible result.
- Therefore, the correct answer is A, "Soda lime".
Question 15:
What term is used to describe homocyclic compounds with a ring of three or more carbon atoms that resemble aliphatic compounds?
Topic: Classification of Organic Compounds
Correct Answer: C) Alicyclic
- Organic compounds are classified based on their structural characteristics.
- A homocyclic compound containing a ring of three or more carbon atoms and resembles an aliphatic compound is termed alicyclic.
- Consequently, the correct answer is C, "Alicyclic".
Question 16:
Which element possesses the unique property of self-linking?
Topic: Elemental Properties in Chemistry
Correct Answer: A) Carbon
- The ability of an element to form bonds with atoms of its own kind is referred to as self-linking.
- Among the options given, carbon has this unique property and is the basis for the vast diversity of organic compounds.
- Hence, the correct answer is A, "Carbon".
Question 17:
What does the term "organic" traditionally signify?
Topic: Terminology in Organic Chemistry
Correct Answer: A) Life
- In the context of chemistry, the term "organic" traditionally refers to compounds that are associated with living organisms.
- This historical definition is based on early beliefs that these compounds could only be produced in living things.
- Hence, the term "organic" signifies "Life", making the correct answer A, "Life".
Question 18:
Which compound listed below is an example of an aromatic hydrocarbon?
Topic: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Correct Answer: D) All of these
- Aromatic hydrocarbons, also known as arenes, are organic compounds that consist of conjugated planar ring systems with delocalized pi electron clouds.
- Anthracene, Furan, and Pyridine all fall under this category, as they possess the said characteristics.
- Therefore, the correct answer is D, "All of these".
Question 19:
The Lassaigne's solution is derived from which of the following elements?
Topic: Chemical Tests in Organic Chemistry
Correct Answer: B) Sodium
- The Lassaigne's test is a general test for the detection of nitrogen, sulfur, and halogens in organic compounds.
- It involves heating the organic compound with a piece of sodium metal to create the Lassaigne's extract, a solution used in further testing.
- The exact element involved is sodium, making the correct answer B, "Sodium".
Question 20:
What did Wohler use in the synthesis of the organic compound urea?
Topic: Organic Synthesis in Chemistry
Correct Answer: [User to provide]
- Friedrich Wohler is renowned for his synthesis of urea, an organic compound, proving that organic compounds could also be created in the laboratory.
- The substance used in this synthesis requires further clarification from the user to provide the correct answer.
Question 21:
Which of the following terms is not typically associated with petroleum?
Topic: Terminology in Petroleum Chemistry
Correct Answer: [User to provide]
- Petroleum, a vital fossil fuel, is commonly referred to by various names depending on its extraction, composition, and use.
- The term that is not typically associated with petroleum needs further insight from the user to provide the correct answer.
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