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Question #1

The compound 2-propanone is also known as

A. 2-propanone.

B. dimethyl ketone.

C. propylone.

D. acetone.

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 polar and helps to form hydrogen bonds

C. C=O is ionic and dissolves in water

Question #3

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

A. aldehydes

B. carboxylic acids

C. propanone

D. ketones

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. presence of a ketone

C. length of carbon chain

D. presence of an aldehyde