Which of the Following Groups of Terms Is in the Order

question 112

Multiple Choice

Which of the following groups of terms is in the order of increasing extension?

• A) Weapon, firearm, hand-gun, six-shooter.
• B) Hand-gun, firearm, weapon, six-shooter.
• C) Six-shooter, hand-gun, firearm, weapon.
• D) Firearm, hand-gun, weapon, six-shooter.
• E) Weapon, six-shooter, hand-gun, firearm.

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Definitions:

Central Atom

The atom in a molecule or polyatomic ion that is surrounded by other atoms, forming the basis of the molecule's geometry.

Tetrahedral

Tetrahedral refers to a molecular shape where a central atom is surrounded by four other atoms at the corners of a tetrahedron.

Equivalent Atoms

Equivalent atoms are atoms in a molecule that have identical bonding arrangements and environment, making them indistinguishable in chemical reactions.

Acetylene

A colorless, flammable gas used as a fuel and a building block for chemical synthesis.