Question 1

The image shows the structural formula of ethane. Which functional group would you add to this molecule to convert it into ethanol?

Accepted Answer

Add a hydroxyl group ($$-OH) to $$one of the carbons.

Question 2

If you add a carboxyl group ($$-COOH) to $$the ethyl group shown in the image, what compound do you produce?

Accepted Answer

Acetic acid

Question 3

Which functional group must be added to the ethyl group in the image to produce acetaldehyde?

Accepted Answer

A carbonyl group ($$-CHO)$$

Question 4

To convert the ethyl group in the image into ethanolamine, which functional group should be added?

Accepted Answer

An amino group ($$-NH_2$)

Question 5

What is the molecular formula of the molecule shown in the image?

Accepted Answer

$$C_2H_6$$

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the molecule shown in the image?

Accepted Answer

It is a saturated hydrocarbon.

Question 7

If you replace one hydrogen atom in the molecule shown with a hydroxyl group ($$-OH$$), what type of compound do you form?

Accepted Answer

An alcohol

Question 8

Which of the following compounds can be formed by adding an oxygen atom between the two carbons in the molecule shown?

Accepted Answer

Diethyl ether

Question 9

What is the name of the molecule shown in the image?

Accepted Answer

Ethane

Question 10

Which of the following statements about the molecule shown is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is a nonpolar molecule.

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