Molecules and Structures Quick Check
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Question
Use the model of a molecule to answer the question.
H H
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H — C — C — O — H
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H H
How many atoms of carbon does this molecule have?
(1 point)
Responses
6 atoms
6 atoms
1 atom
1 atom
4 atoms
4 atoms
2 atoms
2 atoms
This molecule has 4 atoms of carbon.
To determine the number of carbon atoms in this molecule, we need to count the number of carbon (C) symbols present in the structure.
By examining the structure of the molecule, we can see that there are three carbon (C) symbols in it. Therefore, the molecule has 3 carbon atoms.
Hence, the correct answer is 3 atoms.