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- A. Fe
- B. Ca
- C. Mg✓
- D. Mn
Explanation: Grignard’s reagent contains the metal magnesium. It is typically represented as R-Mg-X, where R is an alkyl or aryl group, and X is a halide. The bond between the magnesium atom and the carbon atom of the R group is partially covalent and partially ionic. This unique bonding character is what gives Grignard reagents their strong nucleophilic reactivity.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. The use of magnesium in Grignard reagents, rather than other metals like iron, is due to the unique properties of magnesium like bonding character, stability, reactivity with carbon, nucleophilic character etc.
- B. The use of magnesium in Grignard reagents, rather than other metals like calcium, is due to the unique properties of magnesium like bonding character, stability, reactivity with carbon, nucleophilic character etc.
- D. The use of magnesium in Grignard reagents, rather than other metals like manganese, is due to the unique properties of magnesium like bonding character, stability, reactivity with carbon, nucleophilic character etc.
Q2. The bond angles of H-C-H and H-C-Cl bonds are
- A. Less than 109.5°
- B. Greater than 109.5°
- C. Equal to 109.5°✓
- D. Equal to 120°
Explanation: The bond angles of H-C-H and H-C-Cl in a molecule like methane (CH₄) or chloromethane (CH₃Cl) are predicted by the valence-shell electron-pair repulsion (VSEPR) model to be approximately 109.5°. This is because the carbon atom in these molecules is surrounded by four regions of high electron density, which arrange themselves in a tetrahedral geometry to minimize repulsion
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Incorrect according to valence-shell electron-pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory.
- B. Incorrect according to valence-shell electron-pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory.
- D. Incorrect according to valence-shell electron-pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory.
Q3. 1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene is the IUPAC name of
- A. Xylene
- B. Toluene
- C. Durene✓
- D. Mesitylene
Explanation: The IUPAC name 1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene refers to an organic compound commonly known as Durene. It’s a colorless solid with a sweet odor and is classified as an alkylbenzene.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. The IUPAC name for xylene is dimethylbenzene.
- B. The IUPAC name for toluene is methylbenzene.
- D. The IUPAC name for Mesitylene, is 1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene.
Q4. Optical activity of a compound is measured by an instrument called
- A. Photometer
- B. Refractometer
- C. Polarimeter✓
- D. Calorimeter
Explanation: The optical activity of a compound is measured by an instrument known as a polarimeter. This device measures the angle of rotation caused by passing linearly polarized light through an optically active substance.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. A photometer is used to measure the intensity of light.
- B. A refractometer measures the refractive index of substances, which can indicate purity or concentration.
- D. A calorimeter measures the heat of chemical reactions or physical changes, as well as heat capacity.
Q5. All of the given are alkanes except
- A. C3H8
- B. C4H10
- C. C6H14
- D. C7H26✓
Explanation: C7H26 does not follow the alkane formula of ( CnH2n+2 ), so it is not an alkane.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. C3H8 follow the alkane formula of ( CnH2n+2 ), so it is an alkane.
- B. C4H10 follow the alkane formula of ( CnH2n+2 ), so it is an alkane.
- C. C6H14 follow the alkane formula of ( CnH2n+2 ), so it is an alkane.
Q6. Oxa is the functional group of
- A. Ester
- B. Aldehyde
- C. Ketone
- D. Ether✓
Explanation: The term “oxa” specifically refers to an oxygen atom that is part of an ether functional group, where the oxygen is bonded to two carbon-containing groups. The other three options—ketone, ester, and aldehyde—are incorrect because they have different structural features compared to ethers. In contrast, ethers have an oxygen atom single-bonded to two carbon-containing groups, without any double bonds to carbon, which is why “ether” is the correct answer.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. It is incorrect because it have different structural features compared to ethers. In contrast, ethers have an oxygen atom single-bonded to two carbon-containing groups, without any double bonds to carbon, which is why “ether” is the correct answer.
- B. It is incorrect because it have different structural features compared to ethers. In contrast, ethers have an oxygen atom single-bonded to two carbon-containing groups, without any double bonds to carbon, which is why “ether” is the correct answer.
- C. It is incorrect because it have different structural features compared to ethers. In contrast, ethers have an oxygen atom single-bonded to two carbon-containing groups, without any double bonds to carbon, which is why “ether” is the correct answer.
Q7. Which of the given is not organic in nature
- A. NH3-CO-NH2
- B. NH4CNO✓
- C. CH3-OH
- D. CH3Cl
Explanation: In summary:Methyl chloride and methanol are organic compounds.Ammonium isocyanate is inorganic.Urea is organic and contains nitrogen.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. NH3-CO-NH2 (Urea) is an organic compound. It consists of two amino groups (NH2) connected by a carbonyl group (CO).
- C. CH3-OH (Methanol) is an organic compound. It contains a methyl group (CH3) attached to a hydroxyl group (OH).
- D. CH3Cl (Methyl chloride) is an organic compound. This compound consists of a methyl group (CH<sub>3</sub>) attached to a chlorine atom.
Q8. The most stable oxidation state of manganese in acidic or neutral solution is
- A. +2✓
- B. +4
- C. +6
- D. +7
Explanation: In acidic or neutral solutions, the most stable oxidation state of manganese is +2.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Incorrect as per given condition.
- C. Incorrect as per given condition.
- D. Incorrect as per given condition.
Q9. Al₂O3 is.
- A. Acidic oxide
- B. Basic oxide
- C. Neutral oxide
- D. Amhoteric oxide✓
Explanation: Explanation will be added soon.
Q10. Which of the given is NMR inactive nucleus?
- A. P31
- B. H1
- C. N15
- D. O16✓
Explanation: O16 is NMR Inactive and has zero nuclear spin quantum number (I = 0). Remember that NMR-active nuclei provide valuable information about molecular structures and dynamics, while NMR-inactive nuclei do not contribute significantly to NMR spectra.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. P31 is NMR Active and has nuclear spin quantum number (I = 1/2). Remember that NMR-active nuclei provide valuable information about molecular structures and dynamics, while NMR-inactive nuclei do not contribute significantly to NMR spectra.
- B. H1 is NMR Active and has nuclear spin quantum number (I = 1/2). Remember that NMR-active nuclei provide valuable information about molecular structures and dynamics, while NMR-inactive nuclei do not contribute significantly to NMR spectra.
- C. N15 is NMR Active and has nuclear spin quantum number (I = 1/2). Remember that NMR-active nuclei provide valuable information about molecular structures and dynamics, while NMR-inactive nuclei do not contribute significantly to NMR spectra.
Q11. In combustion analysis CO2 is absorbed by
- A. Mg(CIO4)2
- B. KOH✓
- C. CuO
- D. CuSO4
Explanation: In combustion analysis, carbon dioxide (CO2) is absorbed by a substance called (KOH). This process is an essential step in determining the composition of organic compounds. During combustion analysis, the unknown compound is burned in pure oxygen, and the resulting CO2 is captured by the KOH in absorber chamber. KOH acts as a CO2 absorber, allowing chemists to measure the carbon content of the sample.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. It is incorrect because it does not act as absorber for CO2 in combustion analysis.
- C. It is incorrect because this substance serves as the oxidizing agent during combustion. It facilitates the conversion of carbon and carbon monoxide formed during the combustion process into carbon dioxide (CO2).
- D. It is incorrect because it does not act as absorber for CO2 in combustion analysis.
Q12. The height of the stratosphere is from
- A. 1 to 10 km
- B. 10 to 50 km✓
- C. 50 to 85 km
- D. 85 to 387 km
Explanation: The stratosphere, the second layer of Earth’s atmosphere, lies above the troposphere and below the mesosphere. The bottom of the stratosphere is approximately 10 kilometers above the ground at middle latitudes. The top of the stratosphere occurs at an altitude of 50 kilometers .
Why the other options are wrong
- A. It is incorrect as per fact.
- C. It is incorrect as per fact.
- D. It is incorrect as per fact.
Q13. Total number of chlorine atoms in DDT are:
- A. 3
- B. 4
- C. 5✓
- D. 6
Explanation: DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) has a chemical structure consisting of a central carbon backbone with multiple chlorine and hydrogen atoms attached. Its chemical formula is C14H9Cl5, indicating that it contains 14 carbon atoms, 9 hydrogen atoms, and 5 chlorine atoms. Therefore, the total number of chlorine atoms in DDT is 5.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. It is incorrect as per fact because chemical formula of DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) is C14H9Cl5.
- B. It is incorrect as per fact because chemical formula of DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) is C14H9Cl5.
- D. It is incorrect as per fact because chemical formula of DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) is C14H9Cl5.
Q14. Proteins are polymers of
- A. Glucose
- B. Disulphide bridges
- C. Peptide bonds
- D. Amino acid✓
Explanation: All proteins are polymers of amino acids, arranged in linear sequences.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Incorrect as per fact.
- B. Incorrect as per fact.
- C. Incorrect as per fact.
Q15. All are the derivatives of carboxylic acid except
- A. Acid halides
- B. Nitrile
- C. Alkyl halide✓
- D. Ester
Explanation: Explanation will be added soon.
Q16. Gem-Diol is the product of acid/base catalyzed reaction of water with
- A. Aldehyde/ketone✓
- B. Carboxylic acid
- C. Alcohol
- D. Ether
Explanation: Gem-diol, also known as hydrates, are formed when water reacts with aldehydes or ketones in the presence of an acid or a base catalyst.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Incorrect as per fact.
- C. Incorrect as per fact.
- D. Incorrect as per fact.
Q17. In Williamson's synthesis_ pair of reactants, react with each other to form ether.
- A. R-OH and Na
- B. R-OH and R-Mg - X✓
- C. R-OH and R-O Na+
- D. R-OH and R-OH
Explanation: Williamson Ether Synthesis is a valuable method for creating ethers. It involves the nucleophilic displacement of a halide ion or another good leaving group by an alkoxide ion. Reactants:Alkyl Halide: A primary or secondary alkyl halide serves as the starting material. It can be an alkyl chloride, bromide, or iodide.Deprotonated Alcohol (Alkoxide Ion): This acts as the nucleophile. It is formed by treating an alcohol with a strong base (such as sodium ethoxide or potassium hydroxide).
Why the other options are wrong
- A. It is incorrect as per given condition and fact.
- C. It is incorrect as per given condition and fact.
- D. It is incorrect as per given condition and fact.
Q18. Lucas reagent is.
- A. R-OH and HCI
- B. HCI and ZNCI2✓
- C. R-OH and ZNCI2
- D. None of these.
Explanation: Zinc chloride ( ZnCl₂ ), when combined with concentrated hydrochloric acid, forms the Lucas reagent. This reagent is commonly used to test alcohols and classify them based on their reactivity.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. It is incorrect as per fact.
- C. It is incorrect as per fact.
- D. It is incorrect as per fact.
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