Is the following compound able to undergo hydrogen bonding? H-C O N(CH3)2 A) Yes, it can hydrogen bond B) No, it cannot hydrogen bond +

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**Hydrogen Bonding Evaluation**

**Question**: Is the following compound able to undergo hydrogen bonding?

**Structure Overview**:
- **Chemical Structure Displayed**: 
  - Contains a carbon (C) atom double-bonded to an oxygen (O) atom.
  - Single bond between the carbon (C) and a hydrogen (H) atom.
  - Single bond between the carbon (C) and a nitrogen (N) atom.
  - Nitrogen atom is bonded to two methyl groups (CH₃).

**Answer Options**:
- **A)** Yes, it can hydrogen bond.
- **B)** No, it cannot hydrogen bond.

**Explanation**: 
Hydrogen bonding requires a hydrogen atom attached to a highly electronegative atom such as nitrogen, oxygen, or fluorine. This compound includes a nitrogen atom bonded to carbon, and a carbonyl group (C=O), neither of which provide hydrogen directly bonded to oxygen or nitrogen in the manner required for hydrogen bonding with other molecules. However, the carbonyl oxygen can participate as a hydrogen bond acceptor. The choice depends on the context; for forming hydrogen bonds with other molecules, potential exists due to the oxygen.

**Correct Answer**: Typically, the correct response for internal hydrogen bonding within this compound would be **B) No, it cannot hydrogen bond**, as it lacks the necessary -OH, -NH, or FH group. However, clarify with more context for interaction with external molecules.
Transcribed Image Text:**Hydrogen Bonding Evaluation** **Question**: Is the following compound able to undergo hydrogen bonding? **Structure Overview**: - **Chemical Structure Displayed**: - Contains a carbon (C) atom double-bonded to an oxygen (O) atom. - Single bond between the carbon (C) and a hydrogen (H) atom. - Single bond between the carbon (C) and a nitrogen (N) atom. - Nitrogen atom is bonded to two methyl groups (CH₃). **Answer Options**: - **A)** Yes, it can hydrogen bond. - **B)** No, it cannot hydrogen bond. **Explanation**: Hydrogen bonding requires a hydrogen atom attached to a highly electronegative atom such as nitrogen, oxygen, or fluorine. This compound includes a nitrogen atom bonded to carbon, and a carbonyl group (C=O), neither of which provide hydrogen directly bonded to oxygen or nitrogen in the manner required for hydrogen bonding with other molecules. However, the carbonyl oxygen can participate as a hydrogen bond acceptor. The choice depends on the context; for forming hydrogen bonds with other molecules, potential exists due to the oxygen. **Correct Answer**: Typically, the correct response for internal hydrogen bonding within this compound would be **B) No, it cannot hydrogen bond**, as it lacks the necessary -OH, -NH, or FH group. However, clarify with more context for interaction with external molecules.
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