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Which one of the following is not a fossil fuel?

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Important Questions on Carbon And its Compounds

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The molecular formula of the third member of the homologous series of ketones is:
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An organic compound having the molecular formula C3H6O can exist in the form of two isomers. A and B have different functional groups. The isomer A is a liquid which is used as a solvent for nail polish. The isomer B is also a liquid. An aqueous solution of one of the lower homologues of B is used for preserving biological specimens in the laboratory.

a) What is compound A?

b) Write the electron dot structure of A?

c) What is compound B?

d) Write the electron dot structure of B?

e) Name the lower homologue of compound B which is used in preserving biological specimens.

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Name the gas evolved when ethanoic acid is added to sodium carbonate. How would you prove the presence of this gas?
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Which of the following will give brisk effervescence with sodium hydrogen carbonate and why?

CH3COOH, CH3CH2OH 

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Name the functional group present in an organic compound which gives brisk effervescence with NaHCO3?
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Name the hydrocarbon formed when ethanol is heated with conc. H2SO4 at 170°C? What is this reaction known as?
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Why does ethyne (acetylene) burn with a sooty flame?