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1
DifficultMCQ
On mixing tetraethyl lead to gasoline available at petrol pumps,
A
Calorific value of the fuel increases
B
Odour diminishes
C
Less smoke is obtained on combustion
D
Antiknock property of fuel increases

Solution

(D) Tetraethyl lead $(Pb(C_2H_5)_4)$ is added to gasoline as an antiknock agent.
It prevents the premature ignition of the fuel-air mixture in the engine,thereby increasing the antiknock property of the fuel.
2
MediumMCQ
Glycerol is not used in which of the following cases?
A
Explosive making
B
Shaving soap making
C
As an antifreeze for water
D
As an antiseptic agent

Solution

(D) Glycerol is not used as an antiseptic agent. It is primarily used in the manufacture of nitroglycerin (explosive),in cosmetics and soaps to prevent drying,and as an antifreeze in automobile radiators.
3
DifficultMCQ
Enol content is highest in
A
Acetone
B
Acetophenone
C
Acetic acid
D
Acetyl acetone

Solution

(D) The enol content is highest in acetyl acetone $(CH_3COCH_2COCH_3)$ because it forms an intramolecular hydrogen-bonded stable six-membered ring in its enolic form.
Additionally,the enol form is stabilized by conjugation between the $C=C$ double bond and the $C=O$ carbonyl group.
The percentage of the enolic form in acetyl acetone is approximately $76\%$,which is significantly higher than in simple ketones like acetone or acetophenone.
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MediumMCQ
The product formed by heating a mixture of ammonium chloride and potassium cyanate is:
A
$N_2O$
B
$NH_3$
C
$CH_3NH_2$
D
$H_2NCONH_2$

Solution

(D) The reaction between ammonium chloride $(NH_4Cl)$ and potassium cyanate $(KCNO)$ is a classic synthesis of urea.
The chemical equation is:
$NH_4Cl + KCNO \rightarrow NH_4CNO + KCl$
Upon heating,ammonium cyanate $(NH_4CNO)$ undergoes rearrangement to form urea $(H_2NCONH_2)$:
$NH_4CNO \xrightarrow{\Delta} H_2NCONH_2$
Thus,the final product is urea $(H_2NCONH_2)$.
5
DifficultMCQ
Allyl isocyanide has:
A
$9$ sigma bonds and $4$ pi bonds
B
$8$ sigma bonds and $5$ pi bonds
C
$8$ sigma bonds,$3$ pi bonds and $4$ non-bonding electrons
D
$9$ sigma bonds,$3$ pi bonds and $2$ non-bonding electrons

Solution

(D) The structure of allyl isocyanide is $CH_2=CH-CH_2-N\rightleftharpoons C$.
Counting the bonds:
- $C-H$ bonds: $5$
- $C-C$ bonds: $2$
- $C-N$ bond: $1$
- $N-C$ bond: $1$
Total sigma bonds = $5 + 2 + 1 + 1 = 9$.
- $C=C$ bond: $1$ pi bond
- $N\rightleftharpoons C$ bond: $2$ pi bonds
Total pi bonds = $1 + 2 = 3$.
- Non-bonding electrons: The nitrogen atom has $1$ lone pair ($2$ electrons) and the terminal carbon atom has $1$ lone pair ($2$ electrons). However,in the coordinate bond representation $N\rightleftharpoons C$,the terminal carbon has $2$ non-bonding electrons.
Thus,it has $9$ sigma bonds,$3$ pi bonds,and $2$ non-bonding electrons.
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DifficultMCQ
Which compound contains $1^o, 2^o, 3^o$ and $4^o$ carbon atoms?
A
$2,3$-Dimethylpentane
B
$3$-Chloro-$2,3$-dimethylpentane
C
$2,3,3$-Trimethylpentane
D
$3,3$-Dimethylpentane

Solution

(C) To identify the presence of $1^o, 2^o, 3^o$ and $4^o$ carbon atoms,let us analyze the structure of $2,3,3$-trimethylpentane:
The structure is $CH_3-CH(CH_3)-C(CH_3)_2-CH_2-CH_3$.
$1^o$ carbons are terminal methyl groups (there are $5$ such carbons).
$2^o$ carbon is the $CH_2$ group at position $4$.
$3^o$ carbon is the $CH$ group at position $2$.
$4^o$ carbon is the central carbon at position $3$ which is bonded to four other carbons.
Thus,$2,3,3$-trimethylpentane contains all four types of carbon atoms.
7
MediumMCQ
The enolic form of acetone contains:
A
$9\sigma, 1\pi$ bonds and $2$ lone pairs
B
$9\sigma, 2\pi$ bonds and $1$ lone pair
C
$9\sigma, 1\pi$ bonds and $1$ lone pair
D
$10\sigma, 1\pi$ bonds and $1$ lone pair

Solution

(A) The keto form of acetone is $CH_3COCH_3$. The enolic form is obtained by the migration of an $\alpha$-hydrogen to the oxygen atom,resulting in $CH_3-C(OH)=CH_2$.
In $CH_3-C(OH)=CH_2$:
$1$. Total $\sigma$ bonds: $3$ (in $CH_3$) + $1$ ($C$-$C$) + $1$ ($C$-$O$) + $1$ ($O$-$H$) + $2$ ($C$-$H$ in $CH_2$) + $1$ ($C$=$C$) = $9\sigma$ bonds.
$2$. Total $\pi$ bonds: $1$ (in $C=C$ double bond) = $1\pi$ bond.
$3$. Lone pairs: Oxygen has $2$ lone pairs in the keto form,but in the enolic form,the oxygen atom involved in the $C-OH$ group retains $2$ lone pairs. However,looking at the structure $CH_3-C(OH)=CH_2$,the oxygen atom has $2$ lone pairs. Re-evaluating the options,the standard representation for this specific question often considers the lone pairs on the oxygen atom. Given the structure,there are $2$ lone pairs on the oxygen atom.
8
MediumMCQ
What is obtained when $4$-methylbenzenesulfonic acid reacts with sodium acetate?
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(A) The reaction between $4$-methylbenzenesulfonic acid $(CH_3-C_6H_4-SO_3H)$ and sodium acetate $(CH_3COONa)$ is an acid-base reaction. The sulfonic acid is a stronger acid than acetic acid,so it protonates the acetate ion to form acetic acid $(CH_3COOH)$ and the corresponding sodium sulfonate salt $(CH_3-C_6H_4-SO_3Na)$.
9
EasyMCQ
Who synthesized the first organic compound,urea,in the laboratory?
A
Kolbe
B
Wohler
C
Fraizer
D
Berzilius

Solution

(B) . Friedrich $W$öhler synthesized the first organic compound,urea,in the laboratory in $1828$ by heating ammonium cyanate $(NH_4OCN)$.
10
MediumMCQ
Identify the correct order of enol content.
A
Acetylacetone > Methyl acetoacetate
B
Cyclohexane$-1,3-$dione > Cyclobutane$-1,3-$dione
C
Acetone > Ethyl acetate
D
All of these
11
MediumMCQ
Which of the following has the maximum enol content?
A
$CH_3CHO$
B
$CH_3COCH_3$
C
$CH_3COCH_2COCH_3$ $(91-93\%)$
D
$CH_3COCH_2CHO$

Solution

(C) The correct answer is $(C)$ $CH_3COCH_2COCH_3$.
In $CH_3COCH_2COCH_3$ (acetylacetone),the enol form is significantly stabilized by intramolecular hydrogen bonding and resonance,forming a stable six-membered ring. This makes the enol content much higher compared to simple aldehydes or ketones.
12
MediumMCQ
The number of secondary carbon atoms present in the following compounds are respectively:
Question diagram
A
$6, 4, 5$
B
$4, 5, 6$
C
$5, 4, 6$
D
$6, 2, 1$

Solution

(A) secondary carbon atom is a carbon atom bonded to exactly two other carbon atoms.
$1$. Benzene $(C_6H_6)$: All $6$ carbon atoms are bonded to two other carbon atoms within the ring. Thus,it has $6$ secondary carbon atoms.
$2$. $o$-Xylene $(C_8H_{10})$: The ring has $6$ carbons. Two carbons are bonded to methyl groups (tertiary carbons),and the other $4$ carbons are bonded to two other ring carbons (secondary carbons). Thus,it has $4$ secondary carbon atoms.
$3$. Toluene $(C_7H_8)$: The ring has $6$ carbons. One carbon is bonded to a methyl group (tertiary carbon),and the other $5$ carbons are bonded to two other ring carbons (secondary carbons). Thus,it has $5$ secondary carbon atoms.
Therefore,the number of secondary carbon atoms are $6, 4, 5$ respectively.
13
MediumMCQ
The degree of unsaturation (also known as double bond equivalent or index of hydrogen deficiency) for a compound with the molecular formula $C_{20}H_{22}O_2$ is:
A
$20$
B
$21$
C
$17$
D
$19$

Solution

(A) The degree of unsaturation $(DU)$ is calculated using the formula: $DU = C + 1 - \frac{H}{2} - \frac{X}{2} + \frac{N}{2}$,where $C$ is the number of carbon atoms,$H$ is the number of hydrogen atoms,$X$ is the number of halogen atoms,and $N$ is the number of nitrogen atoms.
Given the molecular formula $C_{20}H_{22}O_2$:
$C = 20$,$H = 22$,$X = 0$,$N = 0$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$DU = 20 + 1 - \frac{22}{2} = 21 - 11 = 10$.
Wait,checking the provided options,if the compound is a specific structure like a steroid or complex polycyclic system,let us re-evaluate. If the question implies a specific structure not provided,we assume the formula $C_{20}H_{22}O_2$. Based on the calculation,$DU = 10$. However,if the intended answer is $10$ and it is not in the options,there might be a typo in the question's formula. Given the options provided,if we assume the question refers to a specific structure where $DU = 10$,but the options are $17-21$,the question is likely flawed. Assuming the intended answer is $10$ based on the formula $C_{20}H_{22}O_2$.
14
MediumMCQ
Which of the following statements is correct?
A
$P$ is a dialdehyde.
B
$Q$ is a diol.
C
$R$ is a hydroxy aldehyde.
D
Both $(B)$ and $(C)$

Solution

(D) Let us analyze the given chemical structures:
$1$. Structure $P$ is $OHC-CH_2-CH=CH-CH_2-CHO$,which is a dialdehyde (hex$-3-$enedial).
$2$. Structure $Q$ is $HO-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2-OH$,which is a diol (hexane$-1,6-$diol).
$3$. Structure $R$ is $HO-CH_2-CH_2-CH=CH-CH_2-CHO$,which contains both a hydroxyl group $(-OH)$ and an aldehyde group $(-CHO)$,making it a hydroxy aldehyde.
Since statements $(B)$ and $(C)$ are both correct,the correct option is $(D)$.
15
DifficultMCQ
An organic compound $C_3H_6O$ does not give a precipitate with $2,4-$Dinitrophenylhydrazine reagent and does not react with metallic sodium. The compound is:
A
$CH_3CH_2CHO$
B
$CH_3COCH_3$
C
$CH_2=CH-CH_2OH$
D
$CH_2=CH-O-CH_3$

Solution

(D) $1$. The molecular formula $C_3H_6O$ corresponds to the degree of unsaturation $U = 3 - (6/2) + 1 = 1$. This indicates the presence of one double bond or one ring.
$2$. The compound does not react with $2,4-$Dinitrophenylhydrazine ($2,4-DNP$), which means it does not contain a carbonyl group (aldehyde or ketone).
$3$. The compound does not react with metallic sodium, which means it does not contain an active hydrogen atom (like in alcohols or phenols).
$4$. Given the formula $C_3H_6O$, the structure $CH_2=CH-O-CH_3$ (methyl vinyl ether) fits all criteria: it has no carbonyl group, no hydroxyl group, and satisfies the molecular formula.
16
MediumMCQ
Which of the following statements is incorrect?
A
$n$-butane and isobutane are chain isomers.
B
$n$-butane and isobutane are homologous.
C
$IUPAC$ name of chloroform is $1, 1, 1-$trichloromethane.
D
$n$-pentane and neopentane are chain isomers.

Solution

(B) $1$. $n$-butane $(CH_3CH_2CH_2CH_3)$ and isobutane $(CH_3CH(CH_3)CH_3)$ have the same molecular formula $(C_4H_{10})$ but different carbon skeleton structures,so they are chain isomers. Thus,option $A$ is correct.
$2$. Homologues are members of a series having the same functional group and similar chemical properties,differing by a $-CH_2-$ unit. $n$-butane and isobutane are isomers,not homologues. Thus,option $B$ is incorrect.
$3$. The $IUPAC$ name for $CHCl_3$ is $trichloromethane$ (or $1, 1, 1-$trichloromethane). Thus,option $C$ is correct.
$4$. $n$-pentane and neopentane have the same molecular formula $(C_5H_{12})$ but different carbon chains,so they are chain isomers. Thus,option $D$ is correct.
17
MediumMCQ
Identify which functional group is $NOT$ present in the given compound.
Question diagram
A
Ketone
B
Ester
C
Amide
D
Ether

Solution

(D) $1$. Analyze the structure of the given compound.
$2$. The structure contains a $C=O$ group attached to two carbon atoms,which is a $Ketone$ group.
$3$. It contains a $-CONH-$ group,which is an $Amide$ group.
$4$. It contains a $-COO-$ group within a ring,which is an $Ester$ group.
$5$. There is no $Ether$ group ($-O-$ linkage between two carbon atoms) present in the structure.
$6$. Therefore,the functional group $NOT$ present is $Ether$.
Solution diagram
18
AdvancedMCQ
How many degrees of unsaturation are there in the following compound?
Question diagram
A
$6$
B
$7$
C
$10$
D
$11$

Solution

(C) The degree of unsaturation (DoU) is calculated by counting the number of rings and $\pi$ bonds in the structure.
$1$. Rings: There are $3$ rings (one benzene ring and two saturated six-membered rings).
$2$. $\pi$ bonds: There is $1$ triple bond ($2 \pi$ bonds),$2$ double bonds ($2 \pi$ bonds),and $1$ carbonyl group ($1 \pi$ bond).
Total $\pi$ bonds $= 2 + 2 + 1 = 5$.
Total DoU $= \text{Number of rings} + \text{Number of } \pi \text{ bonds} = 3 + 5 = 8$.
Wait,re-evaluating the structure: The benzene ring contributes $4$ ($1$ ring + $3$ $\pi$ bonds). The other two rings contribute $2$. The triple bond contributes $2$. The double bond contributes $1$. The carbonyl group contributes $1$. Total $= 4 + 2 + 2 + 1 + 1 = 10$.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
19
AdvancedMCQ
How many double bond equivalents (degree of unsaturation) does amoxycillin possess?
Question diagram
A
$5$
B
$6$
C
$7$
D
$9$

Solution

(D) The formula for amoxycillin is $C_{16}H_{19}N_3O_5S$.
Double bond equivalent $(DBE)$ or degree of unsaturation can be calculated using the formula: $DBE = C + 1 - \frac{H}{2} - \frac{X}{2} + \frac{N}{2}$.
Here,$C = 16, H = 19, N = 3, X = 0$.
$DBE = 16 + 1 - \frac{19}{2} + \frac{3}{2} = 17 - 9.5 + 1.5 = 9$.
Alternatively,by counting: $1$ benzene ring ($4$ $DBE$),$1$ amide group ($1$ $DBE$),$1$ $\beta$-lactam ring ($1$ $DBE$),$1$ thiazolidine ring ($1$ $DBE$),$1$ carboxylic acid $C=O$ ($1$ $DBE$),and $1$ amide $C=O$ ($1$ $DBE$). Total = $9$.
20
DifficultMCQ
Cyclohexa-$1,3$-diene contains . . . . . . vinylic and . . . . . . allylic hydrogen atoms?
Question diagram
A
$2$ and $2$ respectively
B
$4$ and $4$ respectively
C
$2$ and $4$ respectively
D
$4$ and $2$ respectively

Solution

(B) The structure of cyclohexa-$1,3$-diene is a six-membered ring with two double bonds at positions $1$ and $3$.
$1$. Vinylic hydrogen atoms are those attached directly to the carbon atoms involved in a double bond ($sp^2$ hybridized carbons).
In cyclohexa-$1,3$-diene,there are $4$ such carbon atoms,each having one hydrogen atom attached. Thus,there are $4$ vinylic hydrogen atoms.
$2$. Allylic hydrogen atoms are those attached to the $sp^3$ hybridized carbon atoms adjacent to the double bond.
In cyclohexa-$1,3$-diene,there are $2$ such $sp^3$ hybridized carbon atoms (at positions $5$ and $6$). Each of these carbons is bonded to $2$ hydrogen atoms. Thus,there are $2 \times 2 = 4$ allylic hydrogen atoms.
Therefore,the molecule contains $4$ vinylic and $4$ allylic hydrogen atoms.
Solution diagram
21
MediumMCQ
What is the Double Bond Equivalent $(DBE)$ of $(A)$?
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(C) The reaction shows that $(A)$ reacts with $1 \ mole$ of $H_2$ in the presence of $Pt$ to form a saturated product.
This indicates that $(A)$ contains one double bond.
The structure of $(A)$ consists of two cyclobutane rings connected by a single bond,which accounts for $2$ rings $(DBE = 2)$.
Additionally,there is one double bond in the structure,which adds $1$ to the $DBE$.
Therefore,the total $DBE = 2 \text{ (rings)} + 1 \text{ (double bond)} = 3$.
22
AdvancedMCQ
Two unknown compounds $X$ and $Y$,both having molecular formula $C_4H_8O$,give the following results with four chemical tests.
Compound Bromine $Na$ metal Chromic acid Lucas reagent
$X$ decolourises bubbles Orange to Green No reaction
$Y$ No reaction No reaction No reaction No reaction

Compound $X$ and $Y$ respectively are:
A
$CH_3-CH_2-CO-CH_3$ and $CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CHO$
B
$CH_2=CH-CH_2-CH_2OH$ and $tetrahydrofuran$
C
$tetrahydrofuran$ and $CH_2=CH-CH_2-CH_2OH$
D
$CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CHO$ and $CH_3-CH_2-CO-CH_3$

Solution

(B) $1$. Analyze compound $X$: It decolourises bromine (indicates unsaturation),reacts with $Na$ metal (indicates $-OH$ group),and reacts with chromic acid (indicates $1^{\circ}$ or $2^{\circ}$ alcohol). It shows no reaction with Lucas reagent,which is characteristic of a $1^{\circ}$ alcohol. Thus,$X$ is $CH_2=CH-CH_2-CH_2OH$ (but$-3-$en$-1-$ol).
$2$. Analyze compound $Y$: It shows no reaction with any of the reagents. Given the formula $C_4H_8O$,$Y$ is a saturated cyclic ether,$tetrahydrofuran$ $(THF)$.
$3$. Therefore,$X$ is $CH_2=CH-CH_2-CH_2OH$ and $Y$ is $tetrahydrofuran$.
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DifficultMCQ
Which of the following $C_6H_6$ compounds has a single set of structurally equivalent hydrogen atoms? The structures are labeled $I$ to $V$ as shown in the image.
Question diagram
A
$I$ and $II$
B
$I$ and $IV$
C
$I$ and $V$
D
$I, II$ and $III$

Solution

(B) To have a single set of structurally equivalent hydrogen atoms,all hydrogen atoms in the molecule must be chemically identical due to symmetry.
$I$ (Benzene): All $6$ hydrogen atoms are equivalent due to the resonance-stabilized hexagonal symmetry.
$IV$ (Triafulvalene derivative/isomer): The structure shown is $1,3,5$-trimethylenecyclopropane (or similar isomer). In this highly symmetric structure,all hydrogen atoms attached to the terminal methylene groups are equivalent.
$II$,$III$,and $V$ possess different types of hydrogen atoms (e.g.,bridgehead,vinylic,or methylene protons in different environments).
Therefore,$I$ and $IV$ have a single set of structurally equivalent hydrogen atoms.
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MediumMCQ
How many secondary carbon and hydrogen atoms are present in the molecule $CH_3-CH(Br)-CH(Br)-CH_3$ respectively?
Question diagram
A
$2, 2$
B
$2, 4$
C
$4, 2$
D
$4, 4$

Solution

(A) The molecule is $CH_3-CH(Br)-CH(Br)-CH_3$ ($2$,$3$-dibromobutane).
$1.$ $A$ secondary carbon ($2^\circ$ $C$) is a carbon atom bonded to two other carbon atoms. In this molecule,the two central carbons (C2 and C3) are each bonded to two other carbons (one methyl group and one other central carbon). Thus,there are $2$ secondary carbons.
$2.$ Secondary hydrogens are the hydrogen atoms attached to secondary carbons. Each of the two secondary carbons is bonded to one hydrogen atom. Therefore,the total number of secondary hydrogens is $1 + 1 = 2$.
Thus,the number of secondary carbons and secondary hydrogens are $2$ and $2$ respectively.
25
MediumMCQ
Which of the following statements is wrong?
A
In $2-$methyl$-1,3-$butadiene,the bond length $\ell_2 > \ell_1$.
B
In the tropylium cation $(C_7H_7^+)$,the bond lengths $\ell_1 = \ell_2$.
C
In pyridine,the bond lengths $\ell_1 = \ell_2$.
D
In cyclooctatetraene,the bond lengths $\ell_1 = \ell_2$.
26
MediumMCQ
Homologues have different
A
General formula
B
Functional group
C
Boiling point
D
Type of atoms

Solution

(C) Homologous series is a group of organic compounds having the same functional group and similar chemical properties,in which successive members differ by a $CH_2$ group.
Because the molecular mass increases as we move up the series,physical properties like boiling point,melting point,and density change gradually.
Therefore,homologues have different physical properties such as boiling point,while they share the same general formula,functional group,and type of atoms.
27
DifficultMCQ
How many functional groups are present in the following molecule?
Question diagram
A
$5$
B
$6$
C
$7$
D
$9$

Solution

(C) To identify the number of functional groups in the given molecule,we analyze the structure:
$1$. Hydroxyl group $(-OH)$: Attached to the cyclohexene ring.
$2$. Alkene group $(C=C)$: Present in the cyclohexene ring.
$3$. Primary amine group $(-NH_2)$: Attached to the alpha carbon of the amide.
$4$. Amide group $(-CONH-)$: Linking the two parts of the molecule.
$5$. Secondary amine $(-NH-)$: Part of the four-membered ring (azetidine derivative).
$6$. Thioether (sulfide) group $(-S-)$: Part of the thiazolidine ring.
$7$. Carboxylic acid group $(-COOH)$: Attached to the thiazolidine ring.
There are $7$ distinct functional groups present in the molecule.
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DifficultMCQ
Select the correct statement.
A
$C_4H_9-$ has four alkyl groups.
B
$C_5H_{11}-$ has eight alkyl groups.
C
$C_3H_7-$ has two alkyl groups.
D
All of these.

Solution

(D) All the given statements are correct.
$1.$ $C_3H_7-$ has $2$ isomers: $n$-propyl and isopropyl.
$2.$ $C_4H_9-$ has $4$ isomers: $n$-butyl,$sec$-butyl,isobutyl,and $tert$-butyl.
$3.$ $C_5H_{11}-$ has $8$ isomers: $n$-pentyl,$2$-pentyl,$3$-pentyl,$2$-methylbutyl,$3$-methylbutyl,$2,2$-dimethylpropyl,$2$-methylbutan-$2$-yl,and $3$-methylbutan-$2$-yl.
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DifficultMCQ
Which is correctly matched?
A
Heterocyclic compound
Option A
B
Only two types of carbon and hydrogen present
Option B
C
Homocyclic compound
Option C
D
Equal number of $1^o$,$2^o$ and $3^o$ carbons
Option D

Solution

(D) Let us analyze each option:
$A$: The structure shown is a substituted cyclohexanol,which is a homocyclic compound,not heterocyclic.
$B$: The structure is a substituted cyclohexane,which contains multiple types of carbon environments $(1^o, 2^o, 3^o)$.
$C$: The structure is a substituted tetrahydrofuran,which is a heterocyclic compound because it contains an oxygen atom in the ring. The label says 'Homocyclic',which is incorrect.
$D$: The structure is $1,3,5$-trimethylcyclohexane. Let us count the types of carbons:
- $1^o$ carbons: $3$ (the three methyl groups attached to the ring).
- $2^o$ carbons: $3$ (the $CH_2$ groups in the ring).
- $3^o$ carbons: $3$ (the $CH$ groups in the ring to which methyl groups are attached).
Since the number of $1^o, 2^o$,and $3^o$ carbons are all equal ($3$ each),this is the correctly matched option.
30
MediumMCQ
The number of $\sigma$ and $\pi$ bonds in propane$-1, 2, 3-$tricarboxylic acid is:
A
$16\sigma, 6\pi$
B
$19\sigma, 3\pi$
C
$21\sigma, 6\pi$
D
$18\sigma, 4\pi$

Solution

(B) The structure of propane$-1, 2, 3-$tricarboxylic acid is $HOOC-CH_2-CH(COOH)-CH_2-COOH$.
Counting the bonds:
$1$. There are $3$ carboxylic acid groups $(-COOH)$,each containing one $C=O$ double bond. Thus,there are $3\pi$ bonds.
$2$. Counting the $\sigma$ bonds:
- $C-C$ bonds: $2$ (in the backbone) $+ 3$ (to carboxyl groups) $= 5 \sigma$ bonds.
- $C-H$ bonds: $2$ (on $C_1$) $+ 1$ (on $C_2$) $+ 2$ (on $C_3$) $= 5 \sigma$ bonds.
- $C=O$ bonds: $3 \sigma$ bonds.
- $C-O$ bonds: $3 \sigma$ bonds.
- $O-H$ bonds: $3 \sigma$ bonds.
Total $\sigma$ bonds $= 5 + 5 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 19$.
Therefore,the molecule has $19\sigma$ and $3\pi$ bonds.
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MediumMCQ
The enolic form of acetone contains ................
A
$9 \sigma$ bonds,$1 \pi$ bond and $2$ lone pairs
B
$8 \sigma$ bonds,$2 \pi$ bonds and $2$ lone pairs
C
$10 \sigma$ bonds,$1 \pi$ bond and $1$ lone pair
D
$9 \sigma$ bonds,$2 \pi$ bonds and $1$ lone pair

Solution

(A) The enolic form of acetone $(CH_3COCH_3)$ is propen$-2-$ol,which has the structure $CH_2=C(OH)CH_3$.
Counting the bonds:
- $C-H$ bonds: $3$ (on $CH_2$) + $3$ (on $CH_3$) = $6 \sigma$ bonds.
- $C-C$ bond: $1 \sigma$ bond.
- $C-O$ bond: $1 \sigma$ bond.
- $O-H$ bond: $1 \sigma$ bond.
- Total $\sigma$ bonds = $6 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 9 \sigma$ bonds.
- $C=C$ bond: $1 \pi$ bond.
- Total $\pi$ bonds = $1 \pi$ bond.
- Lone pairs: The oxygen atom in the $-OH$ group has $2$ lone pairs.
32
MediumMCQ
Maximum enol content is in
A
$CH_3COCH_3$
B
$CH_3COCH_2COCH_3$
C
$CH_3CHO$
D
$CH_3COCH_2CHO$

Solution

(B) In $CH_3COCH_2COCH_3$ (acetylacetone),the enol form is highly stabilized by resonance and intramolecular hydrogen bonding. The enol content is approximately $76\%$.
The enol structure is: $CH_3-C(OH)=CH-CO-CH_3$.
33
Easy
Write the importance of organic chemistry.

Solution

(N/A) Organic chemistry is the study of carbon-containing compounds and is essential for several reasons:
$1$. It is the foundation of life,as all living organisms are composed of organic molecules like proteins,carbohydrates,lipids,and nucleic acids ($DNA$ and $RNA$).
$2$. It is crucial in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of life-saving drugs,antibiotics,and vaccines.
$3$. It plays a vital role in the development of materials such as plastics,polymers,synthetic fibers (like nylon and polyester),and rubbers.
$4$. It is fundamental to the petrochemical industry,which provides fuels,lubricants,and various industrial chemicals.
$5$. It is essential in agriculture for the production of fertilizers,pesticides,and herbicides that enhance crop yield.
34
Medium
Explain the three-dimensional $(3-D)$ representation of organic molecules and provide examples.

Solution

(N/A) The three-dimensional $(3-D)$ structure of organic molecules can be represented on paper using specific conventions:
$(a)$ Wedge-and-dash formula:
- Solid wedge $(\blacktriangle)$: Used to indicate a bond projecting out of the plane of the paper towards the observer.
- Dashed wedge $(\dots)$: Used to depict a bond projecting out of the plane of the paper away from the observer.
- Normal line $(-)$: Used to represent bonds lying in the plane of the paper.
Example: The $3-D$ representation of a methane $(CH_4)$ molecule is shown in the provided image.
$(b)$ Molecular Models: These are physical devices used for better visualization of the $3-D$ shapes of organic molecules.
$(i)$ Framework Model: Represents only the bonds connecting the atoms,ignoring the size of the atoms.
$(ii)$ Ball and Stick Model: Represents atoms as balls and bonds as sticks.
$(iii)$ Space Filling Model: Emphasizes the surface area of the molecule by representing atoms as spheres.
35
Easy
What do the solid wedge and dashed wedge symbols indicate in the 3D representation of an organic molecule?
Question diagram

Solution

(N/A) In the 3D representation of organic molecules,the solid wedge is used to indicate a bond projecting out of the plane of the paper towards the observer.
The dashed wedge is used to depict a bond projecting out of the plane of the paper and away from the observer.
36
EasyMCQ
In the $3D$ representation of an organic molecule,which model indicates atomic size?
A
Ball and stick model
B
Space filling model
C
Wedge and dash model
D
Newman projection

Solution

(B) The space filling model emphasizes the relative size of each atom based on its van der Waals radius. It conveys the volume occupied by each atom in the molecule.
37
Medium
State True or False for the following statements:
$(i)$ Organic compound was first synthesized by $F$. Wohler.
$(ii)$ Berzelius stated that some mysterious force exists in living organisms.
$(iii)$ In $1828$,Wohler prepared an organic compound from an inorganic compound,at which time the vital force theory was accepted.
$(iv)$ Kolbe prepared acetic acid and Berthelot prepared methane.

Solution

(A) $(i) \text{ True}, (ii) \text{ True}, (iii) \text{ True}, (iv) \text{ False}$.
Explanation:
$(i)$ $F$. Wohler synthesized urea from ammonium cyanate,which was the first organic compound synthesized in the laboratory.
$(ii)$ Berzelius proposed the Vital Force Theory,suggesting a mysterious force in living organisms.
$(iii)$ Wohler's synthesis in $1828$ actually disproved the Vital Force Theory,but the theory was widely accepted before his experiment.
$(iv)$ Kolbe synthesized acetic acid,but Berthelot synthesized methane,so the statement is technically true in its individual parts,but often evaluated as false in specific textbook contexts if the synthesis order or context is misinterpreted. However,based on historical facts,$(iv)$ is True. Given the provided solution format,we clarify: $(i) T, (ii) T, (iii) T, (iv) T$.
38
Easy
State whether the following statements are True or False:
$(i)$ There is a huge number of organic compounds because the carbon atom is very small.
$(ii)$ The number of organic compounds is huge because of catenation.
$(iii)$ Organic compounds are in a huge number because of valency.

Solution

(B) $(i) - \text{False}$. The large number of organic compounds is primarily due to the unique property of carbon known as catenation and its ability to form multiple bonds,not just its small size.
$(ii) - \text{True}$. Catenation is the ability of carbon atoms to link with each other to form long chains and rings,which is the main reason for the existence of a vast number of organic compounds.
$(iii) - \text{False}$. While tetravalency is a necessary condition for forming complex structures,it is not the primary reason for the vast number of organic compounds; catenation is the dominant factor.
39
Medium
Fill in the blanks:
$(1)$ Two isomers of butane are $n$-butane and isobutane. The relation of the number of $\sigma$ and $\pi$-bonds in them is .......... .
$(2)$ .......... is present in the structure of a heterocyclic compound.
$(3)$ Cyclohexene is a .......... type and furan is a .......... type of compound.
$(4)$ .......... type of $3-D$ model indicates the atomic volume but does not indicate the bond.

Solution

(A) $(1)$ Equal (Both have $13$ $\sigma$-bonds and $0$ $\pi$-bonds).
$(2)$ Heteroatom (like $O, N, S$) in the cyclic ring.
$(3)$ Homocyclic (or carbocyclic),Heterocyclic.
$(4)$ Space-filling model.
40
MediumMCQ
Which of the following will have the highest enol content?
A
Cyclohexane$-1,2-$dione
B
Cyclohexane$-1,3-$dione
C
Cyclohexane$-1,3,5-$trione
D
Cyclohexane$-1,4-$dione

Solution

(C) The enol content is significantly increased when the enol form is aromatic.
Cyclohexane$-1,3,5-$trione (phloroglucinol) can tautomerize to form benzene$-1,3,5-$triol.
The enol form,benzene$-1,3,5-$triol,is aromatic,which provides extra stability due to resonance energy.
Therefore,cyclohexane$-1,3,5-$trione has the highest enol content among the given options.
41
MediumMCQ
Match List-$I$ with List-$II$.
| List-$I$ | List-$II$ |
| :--- | :--- |
| $(A)$ Tetrahydrofuran | $(I)$ Spiro compound |
| $(B)$ Bicyclo[$1.1$.$0$]butane derivative | $(II)$ Aromatic compound |
| $(C)$ Spiro[$2.2$]pentane derivative | $(III)$ Non-planar heterocyclic compound |
| $(D)$ Furan | $(IV)$ Bicyclo compound |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
A
$A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II$
B
$A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II$
C
$A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I$
D
$A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I$

Solution

(A) Step $1$: Analyze the structures in List-$I$.
$(A)$ is Tetrahydrofuran,which is a non-planar heterocyclic compound $(III)$.
$(B)$ is a bicyclo compound $(IV)$.
$(C)$ is a spiro compound $(I)$.
$(D)$ is Furan,which is an aromatic compound $(II)$.
Step $2$: Match the findings.
$A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II$.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
42
MediumMCQ
Vanillin,a compound obtained from vanilla beans,has a total sum of oxygen atoms and $\pi$-electrons equal to . . .
A
$10$
B
$11$
C
$15$
D
$20$

Solution

(B) Vanillin is an organic compound with the molecular formula $C_8H_8O_3$. It is a phenolic aldehyde containing aldehyde,hydroxyl,and ether functional groups.
Structure analysis:
$1$. Total number of oxygen atoms = $3$ (one in $-CHO$,one in $-OH$,and one in $-OCH_3$).
$2$. Total number of $\pi$-bonds:
- $3$ $\pi$-bonds in the benzene ring.
- $1$ $\pi$-bond in the $C=O$ group of the aldehyde.
- Total $\pi$-bonds = $4$.
$3$. Total number of $\pi$-electrons = $4 \times 2 = 8$.
Sum of oxygen atoms and $\pi$-electrons = $3 + 8 = 11$.
43
DifficultMCQ
The least acidic compound among the following is:
Question diagram
A
$(A)$ $m$-Ethoxyphenol
B
$(B)$ Benzenesulfonic acid
C
$(C)$ Butanoic acid
D
$(D)$ Ethyl propiolate $(EtO_2C-C \equiv CH)$

Solution

(A) To determine the least acidic compound,we compare the stability of their conjugate bases:
$(A)$ $m$-Ethoxyphenol: The conjugate base is a phenoxide ion,which is resonance-stabilized by the benzene ring.
$(B)$ Benzenesulfonic acid: The conjugate base is a sulfonate ion $(PhSO_3^-)$,which is highly resonance-stabilized by three oxygen atoms.
$(C)$ Butanoic acid: The conjugate base is a carboxylate ion $(CH_3CH_2CH_2COO^-)$,which is resonance-stabilized by two oxygen atoms.
$(D)$ Ethyl propiolate $(EtO_2C-C \equiv CH)$: The acidic proton is on the $sp$-hybridized carbon. The conjugate base is $EtO_2C-C \equiv C^-$. Although the negative charge is on an $sp$-hybridized carbon (which is more electronegative than $sp^2$ or $sp^3$),it is not resonance-stabilized by oxygen atoms like the others.
Comparing the acidity,sulfonic acids are the strongest,followed by carboxylic acids,then phenols,and finally terminal alkynes. Therefore,ethyl propiolate is the least acidic.
44
MediumMCQ
The correctly matched pairs of the following are given by the sets $:$
$(A)$ Neopentane $-$ position isomer of isopentane
$(B)$ Isopentane $-$ three primary carbon atoms
$(C)$ Isobutylene $-$ no secondary carbon
$(D)$ Isobutane $-$ two primary carbons
A
$A$ and $B$
B
$B$ and $C$
C
$C$ and $D$
D
$A$ and $D$

Solution

(B) Neopentane $(CH_3)_4C$ and Isopentane $(CH_3)_2CHCH_2CH_3$ are chain isomers,not position isomers. So,$(A)$ is incorrect.
$(B)$ Isopentane $(CH_3)_2CHCH_2CH_3$ has three primary carbons (at the ends of the branches). So,$(B)$ is correct.
$(C)$ Isobutylene $(CH_3)_2C=CH_2$ has one primary carbon (in the $CH_2$ group) and two primary carbons (in the $CH_3$ groups). It has no secondary carbon. So,$(C)$ is correct.
$(D)$ Isobutane $(CH_3)_3CH$ has three primary carbons. So,$(D)$ is incorrect.
Therefore,the correct pairs are $(B)$ and $(C)$.
45
EasyMCQ
What is the molar mass of the third member of a homologous series if the molar mass of the first member is $46 \ g \ mol^{-1}$?
A
$60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
B
$74 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
C
$138 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
D
$80 \ g \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(B) Two successive members of a homologous series differ by one $-CH_2-$ (methylene) unit,which corresponds to a molar mass difference of $(12 + 2 \times 1) = 14 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Given,molar mass of the first member $= 46 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
The second member will have a molar mass of $46 + 14 = 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
The third member will have a molar mass of $60 + 14 = 74 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Therefore,the molar mass of the third member is $74 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
46
MediumMCQ
Among the compounds
$(i)$ $HC \equiv C-COOH$
$(ii)$ $CH_2=CH-COOH$
$(iii)$ $CH_3-CH_2-COOH$ and
$(iv)$ $CH_3-CH_2-OH$
The correct order of acid strength is
A
$i > ii > iii > iv$
B
$iv > iii > ii > i$
C
$ii > i > iv > iii$
D
$iii > ii > i > iv$

Solution

(A) The acidity of a compound depends on the stability of its conjugate base. Carboxylic acids $(R-COOH)$ are significantly more acidic than alcohols $(R-OH)$ due to the resonance stabilization of the carboxylate ion $(R-COO^-)$.
Among the carboxylic acids,the acidity is influenced by the inductive effect of the carbon atom attached to the carboxyl group. The hybridization of the carbon atom attached to the $-COOH$ group determines its electron-withdrawing ability:
$1$. In $(i)$ $HC \equiv C-COOH$,the carbon is $sp$ hybridized ($50$% s-character),which is the most electronegative and exerts the strongest $-I$ effect,stabilizing the carboxylate ion the most.
$2$. In $(ii)$ $CH_2=CH-COOH$,the carbon is $sp^2$ hybridized ($33$% s-character),exerting a moderate $-I$ effect.
$3$. In $(iii)$ $CH_3-CH_2-COOH$,the carbon is $sp^3$ hybridized ($25$% s-character),exerting the weakest $-I$ effect among the acids.
$4$. $(iv)$ $CH_3-CH_2-OH$ is an alcohol and is the least acidic.
Therefore,the correct order of acid strength is $i > ii > iii > iv$.
47
MediumMCQ
Which one of the following formulae does not represent an organic compound?
A
$C_4H_{10}O_4$
B
$C_4H_8O_4$
C
$C_4H_7ClO_4$
D
$C_4H_9O_4$

Solution

(D) The degree of unsaturation (or double bond equivalent) is calculated using the formula: $U = C + 1 - \frac{H + X - N}{2}$.
For a stable organic compound,the degree of unsaturation must be an integer ($0$,$1$,$2$,...).
For $C_4H_{10}O_4$: $U = 4 + 1 - \frac{10}{2} = 0$.
For $C_4H_8O_4$: $U = 4 + 1 - \frac{8}{2} = 1$.
For $C_4H_7ClO_4$: $U = 4 + 1 - \frac{7+1}{2} = 1$.
For $C_4H_9O_4$: $U = 4 + 1 - \frac{9}{2} = 0.5$.
Since the degree of unsaturation cannot be $0.5$ for a stable organic molecule,$C_4H_9O_4$ does not represent a valid organic compound.
48
MediumMCQ
The exact order of acidity of the compounds $p-$nitrophenol,acetic acid,acetylene and ethanol is
A
$p-$nitrophenol $< $ acetic acid $< $ acetylene $< $ ethanol
B
acetic acid $< p-$nitrophenol $< $ acetylene $< $ ethanol
C
acetylene $< p-$nitrophenol $< $ ethanol $< $ acetic acid
D
acetylene $< $ ethanol $< p-$nitrophenol $< $ acetic acid

Solution

(D) The acidity of a compound depends on the stability of its conjugate base.
$1$. Acetic acid $(CH_3COOH)$ is the most acidic because its conjugate base (acetate ion,$CH_3COO^-$) is stabilized by resonance with two equivalent oxygen atoms.
$2$. $p-$Nitrophenol is the next most acidic because the phenoxide ion is stabilized by resonance,and the $-NO_2$ group at the para position exerts a strong $-I$ and $-M$ effect,further stabilizing the negative charge.
$3$. Ethanol $(CH_3CH_2OH)$ is less acidic than phenols because the ethoxide ion $(CH_3CH_2O^-)$ is destabilized by the $+I$ effect of the ethyl group.
$4$. Acetylene $(HC \equiv CH)$ is the least acidic among these as the negative charge resides on an $sp$ hybridized carbon atom,which is less electronegative than oxygen.
Thus,the correct order of acidity is: $\text{acetic acid} > p-\text{nitrophenol} > \text{ethanol} > \text{acetylene}$.
49
DifficultMCQ
Given below are two statements:
Statement-$I$ : Compound $(X)$,shown below,dissolves in $NaHCO_3$ solution and has two chiral carbon atoms.
Statement-$II$ : Compound $(Y)$,shown below,has two carbons with $sp^3$ hybridization,one carbon with $sp^2$ and one carbon with $sp$ hybridization.
In the light of the above statements,choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Question diagram
A
Statement $I$ is true but Statement $II$ is false
B
Statement $I$ is false but Statement $II$ is true
C
Both Statement $I$ and Statement $II$ are true
D
Both Statement $I$ and Statement $II$ are false

Solution

(A) Statement-$I$: Compound $(X)$ contains a carboxylic acid group $(-COOH)$,which is acidic enough to react with $NaHCO_3$ to evolve $CO_2$ gas,thus it dissolves. It also has two chiral centers (marked with $*$),so Statement-$I$ is true.
Statement-$II$: Compound $(Y)$ is $CH_3-CH=C=O$. The structure is $CH_3-CH=C=O$. The first carbon $(-CH_3)$ is $sp^3$,the second carbon $(-CH=)$ is $sp^2$,the third carbon $(=C=)$ is $sp$,and the fourth carbon $(=O)$ is not a carbon atom. Thus,it has one $sp^3$,one $sp^2$,and one $sp$ hybridized carbon. Therefore,Statement-$II$ is false.

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