Odd Electron Molecules Are Called ________

question 45

Multiple Choice

Odd electron molecules are called ________

• A) anions.
• B) cations.
• C) radicals.
• D) isomers.
• E) weird.

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Definitions:

Regio-

A prefix indicating the region or position in a molecule where a chemical reaction takes place.

Syn Diol

A chemical compound containing two hydroxyl groups (-OH) attached to adjacent carbon atoms, often formed via the reduction of an alkene.

Hg(OAc)2

Mercury(II) acetate, a chemical compound used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in oxymercuration reactions.

NaBH4

Sodium borohydride, a reducing agent commonly used in organic synthesis to reduce aldehydes and ketones to alcohols.