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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

The element least likely to be found in an organic compound is
Options
A oxygen
B sulfur
C nitrogen
D silicon
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Organic compounds are defined as compounds containing carbon. While oxygen, sulfur, and nitrogen are common heteroatoms in organic molecules, silicon is rarely found and is not a typical constituent.

Hint

Consider which of these elements is least associated with carbon-based life and molecules.

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