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CHM 102 Introductory Reaction Mechanism and Kinetics Objective Question
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Question

What is a free radical?
Options
A A species with a positively charged carbon
B A species with a negatively charged carbon
C An atom or group with an unpaired electron
Correct Answer
D A stable carbocation
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A free radical is a reactive species containing an atom with an unpaired electron, often formed by homolytic bond cleavage.

Hint

Odd electron species.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Introductory Reaction Mechanism and Kinetics
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 467 of 1999
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