A Certain Compound Is a Gas at Room Temperature and Undergoes

question 28

Multiple Choice

A certain compound is a gas at room temperature and undergoes only substitution reactions.Which of the following is most likely to be this compound?

• A)C₄H₁₀
• B)C₆H₁₀
• C)C₇H₁₄
• D)C₉H₁₈
• E)Any of is a possibility

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Definitions:

Thyroidectomy

A surgical procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland.

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating heart rate, body temperature, and metabolism.

Acromegaly

A hormonal disorder that results from an excess of growth hormone after the growth plates have closed, leading to enlarged bones in the hands, feet, and face.

Cretinism

A condition of severely stunted physical and mental growth due to untreated congenital deficiency of thyroid hormones.