Which of the Following Is an Accurate Comparison of the Properties

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate comparison of the properties of nitrogen and oxygen?

• A)Both oxygen and nitrogen form anions easily.
• B)Oxygen is a strong oxidizing agent while nitrogen is a strong reducing agent.
• C)Nitrogen uses more oxidation states in its compounds than oxygen does.
• D)Nitrogen is more reactive than oxygen.
• E)Nitrogen does not form naturally-occurring compounds, but oxygen does.

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Definitions:

Palate

The roof of the mouth in humans and vertebrates, separating the oral cavity from the nasal cavity and consisting of the hard and soft palate.

Pharynx

A muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal cavity to the esophagus and larynx, part of both the digestive and respiratory systems.

Chondroglossus

A muscle in the tongue that is responsible for tongue movements and shaping during speech and swallowing.

Levator Veli Palatine

The Levator Veli Palatini is a muscle in the soft palate that helps lift the soft palate during swallowing, preventing food from entering the nasal passages.