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Which of the following is commonly referred to as adipic acid?

A

(1) `HO_(2)C-CO_(2)H`

B

(2) `HO_(2)C CH_(2)CO_(2)H`

C

(3) `HO_(2)C(CH_(2))_(2)CO_(2)H`

D

(4) `HO_(2)C(CH_(2))_(2)CO_(2)H`

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The correct Answer is:
D
Adipic acid contains six carbon atoms. Compound (1) is oxalic acid, (2) is malonic acid, and (3) is succinic acid.
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  • Which of the following is commonly called polyamide?

    A
    Rayon
    B
    Nylon
    C
    Terylene
    D
    Orlon

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    A
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    B
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    A
    (1) `CH_(2)=CH-CH_(2)-`
    B
    (2) `CH_(3)-CH=CH-`
    C
    (3) `CH_(2)=CH-`
    D
    (4) `CH-=C-CH_(2)-`