Examine the Words And/or Phrases for Each Question Below and Determine

question 146

Multiple Choice

Examine the words and/or phrases for each question below and determine the relationship among the majority of words/phrases.
-Choose the option that does not fit the pattern.

• A)fluorite
• B)gypsum
• C)calcite
• D)sphalerite

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Definitions:

Esters

Organic compounds derived from carboxylic acids in which the hydrogen of the carboxyl group is replaced by a hydrocarbon group, often responsible for the sweet or fruity aromas and flavors of many fruits and flowers.

Aldehydes

Organic compounds characterized by a carbonyl group bonded to at least one hydrogen atom, making them highly reactive.

Carboxylic Acid Derivative

Compounds obtained by substituting the hydroxyl group in carboxylic acids with other functional groups like halides, amides, or esters.

β-Hydroxybutyronitrile

An organic compound featuring a hydroxyl group (–OH) and a nitrile group (–CN) on a four-carbon chain, positioned beta (β) to each other.