Which of the Following Statements About the Functional Groups of Organic

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the functional groups of organic compounds is false?

• A)Functional groups help make organic compounds hydrophilic.
• B)Functional groups participate in chemical reactions.
• C)All functional groups include a carbon atom.
• D)Many biological molecules have two or more functional groups.

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Definitions:

Acidic

Having a pH less than 7, indicating a higher concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution, which gives it acidic properties.

Basic

In chemistry, basic describes substances with a pH greater than 7, possessing the ability to accept protons or donate electrons or hydroxide ions.

Metabolic Reactions

Chemical reactions in living organisms that are necessary for maintaining life, involving anabolism and catabolism.

Chemical Compounds

Chemical compounds are substances consisting of two or more different chemically bonded elements, with a fixed ratio determining the composition.