A Compound Contains Hydroxyl Groups as Its Predominant Functional Group

question 33

Multiple Choice

A compound contains hydroxyl groups as its predominant functional group. Which of the following statements is true concerning this compound?

• A) It lacks an asymmetric carbon, and it is probably a fat or lipid.
• B) It should dissolve in water.
• C) It should dissolve in a nonpolar solvent.
• D) It won't form hydrogen bonds with water.
• E) It is hydrophobic.

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Definitions:

Extinction

Extinction refers to the process in behavioral psychology where a conditioned response decreases in frequency and eventually disappears when the reinforcement stops.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers an unconditioned response without any learning needed.

Fear Reaction

The immediate response to a perceived threat, involving physiological changes that prepare the body to either fight or flee.

Stimulus Generalisation

The process by which a conditioned response (CR) starts occurring in response to stimuli that are similar, but not identical, to the original conditioned stimulus (CS).