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Question #1

The compound 2-propanone is also known as

A. dimethyl ketone.

B. 2-propanone.

C. acetone.

D. propylone.

E. β-propanone.

Question #2

Why is the C=O group important when thinking about the properties of aldehydes and ketones?

A. C=O is nonpolar and does not hydrogen bond with water

B. C=O is ionic and dissolves in water

C. C=O is polar and helps to form hydrogen bonds

Question #3

Tollens' Test distinguishes between these functional groups and is only positive for _________.

A. propanone

B. ketones

C. carboxylic acids

D. aldehydes

Question #4

What is the solubility test used to determine about the structure of the compounds in this experiment?

A. presence of other functional groups

B. length of carbon chain

C. presence of an aldehyde

D. presence of a ketone