Which of the Following Statements Is LEAST-Likely True

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

• A) A battery gives off hydrogen as it is recharged.
• B) Sparks, flames, and cigarettes must be kept away from batteries.
• C) Wear eye protection when working around batteries.
• D) Disconnect the battery charger while it is turned on.

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Definitions:

Gauche Conformer

A conformation where groups are separated by a dihedral angle of approximately 60 degrees, often leading to steric hindrance.

Butane

A gaseous hydrocarbon of the alkane series, found in natural gas and used as fuel, with a formula of C4H10.

Angle Strain

A form of strain in a cyclic molecule when bond angles deviate from their ideal values, leading to extra energy stored in the compound.

Heats of Combustion

The amount of heat released when a compound undergoes complete combustion with oxygen under standard conditions.