Biology 1406-02P CH 3

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Are hydrocarbons generally polar or nonpolar?

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Nonpolar

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What are the two main categories of organic molecules?

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Polymers and Nonpolymers

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Which carbohydrate can be found in an Iced Shaken Espresso if dairy milk is used?

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Lactose

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What type of bond is represented by three lines between two carbon atoms?

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Triple bond

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Do functional groups help molecules dissolve in water?

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True

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Define hydrocarbons.

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Hydrocarbons are organic compounds consisting entirely of hydrogen and carbon.

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What is a polymer?

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A polymer is a large molecule made up of repeating structural units (monomers) connected by covalent bonds.

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What is a nonpolymer?

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Nonpolymers are small molecules that do not consist of repeating units and are not classified as polymers.

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What is the significance of functional groups in organic chemistry?

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Functional groups determine the chemical reactivity and properties of organic molecules.

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What is the difference between a single bond, double bond, and triple bond?

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A single bond shares one pair of electrons, a double bond shares two pairs, and a triple bond shares three pairs.