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CHM 102 General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers Objective Question
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What is the chemical formula of 18-crown-6?
Options
A C6H12O6
B C12H24O6
Correct Answer
C C18H36O6
D C18H36O18
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

18-crown-6 has 18 atoms in the ring (12 carbons, 6 oxygens) with formula C12H24O6. It selectively complexes K+ ions.

Hint

18-crown-6: 18 total ring atoms (12 C + 6 O).

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 433 of 1999
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