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CHM 102 Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Allotropes of Carbon Objective Question

Question

Why is organic chemistry important in medicine?
Options
A It helps in making inorganic salts
B It is used in drug discovery (antibiotics, vaccines, pharmaceuticals)
Correct Answer
C It has no relation to medicine
D It only studies hydrocarbons
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Organic chemistry is fundamental to drug discovery and development, including antibiotics, vaccines, and many pharmaceutical agents.

Hint

Most drugs are organic compounds.

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