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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Which of the following about lone pairs is TRUE?
Options
A They are not important in organic chemistry
B They are nucleophilic and participate in many reactions
Correct Answer
C They are always drawn explicitly
D They repel less than bonding pairs
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Lone pairs are regions of high electron density and act as nucleophiles (electron-pair donors) in many organic reactions, even if not always drawn.

Hint

Lone pairs donate electrons.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 710 of 1999
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