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Which element forms the backbone of all organic molecules?
Carbon forms the backbone of all organic molecules due to its ability to form stable covalent bonds with other carbon atoms and a variety of other elements. This unique bonding capability allows carbon to form diverse structures and compounds essential for life.
How many carbons are in cholesterol Of these how many are not contained in the rings?
Cholesterol has a total of 27 carbon atoms. Of these, 8 carbons are not contained in the four rings of the steroid structure.
Is phosphate organic or inorganic?
No, ATP is an organic compound. The full name is adenosine triphosphate, and the adenosine part is made of two carbon rings interlocked with each other. The three phosphate groups are inorganic, and when one is removed from the ATP molecule, the resulting phosphate group is typically notated as Pi, for inorganic phosphate.
Name for small bases containing one carbon nitrogen ring?
These rings are known as pyrimidines.
Does Polystyrene contain benzene rings?
Yes (and no!) The styrene molecule is a benzene ring with a -CH=CH2 group attached. In the polymerisation process, the double bonds in two adjacent groups are broken and joined to form a chain: -CH-CH2-CH-CH2-CH-CH2-CH-CH2-....... with a benzene ring off each -CH- group. I believe the benzene group is referred to as a "phenyl group" in complex molecules, such as polymers like polystyrene.
