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Question : _________is a naturally occurring organic compound with the formula (C6H5)2CO.

Option 1: Methcathinone

Option 2: Propiophenone

Option 3: Acetophenone

Option 4: Benzophenone


Team Careers360 7th Jan, 2024
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Correct Answer: Benzophenone


Solution : The correct option is Benzophenone .

Benzophenone is a naturally occurring organic compound with the chemical formula (C 6 H 5 ) 2 CO. It is a white, crystalline solid that belongs to the class of aromatic ketones. The molecule consists of two phenyl groups (C 6 H 5 ) attached to a carbonyl group (C=O), which is the defining feature of a ketone. Benzophenone is widely used in the chemical industry as a building block for the synthesis of various organic compounds. It's often employed as a photoinitiator in the production of plastics and as a UV absorber in sunscreens and other cosmetic products.

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