Lipids
The heterogeneous classes of organic compounds that are not water-soluble but are dissolved in organic solvents that are non-polar in nature are termed lipids. They are a long chain of fatty acids and esters of alcohols. Lipids are generally seen in several plants, microorganisms, and animals. They are utilized as insulation, components of the cell membrane, hormones, and molecules for the storage of energy.
Glycerophospholipid
Glycerophospholipid is the most abundantly occuring phospholipids found in the biological membranes. Lipids include a group of organic compounds like fats, hormones, oils, waxes, vitamins etc. They are non-polar molecules and are insoluble in water. Lipids play an important role in biological systems. They are the building blocks of our cell membranes, store energy and are involved in signaling.
Structure Of Camphor
A terpene with the molecular formula of C10H16O is a waxy, white color solid known as camphor. It is flammable. It also possesses a very pungent taste and a strong odor. There are various sources for extracting camphor from natural products such as the wood of the tree of camphor laurel. Sublimation of wood and steam distillation are some of the methods involved in obtaining camphor.
Glycolipid In Organic Chemistry
Glycolipids are lipids that are an important class of organic compounds in chemistry that have simple to complex applications. They contain carbohydrates, fatty acids, sphingolipids or a glycerol group. In other words, they are the modifications of lipids like acylglycerols, prenols and ceramides. They are all part of a wider group of compounds known as glycoconjugates.
Diterpenoid
The terpenoid class includes diterpenoids, which are chemical compounds with 20 carbon atoms. They are made up of four isoprene units and are derived from geranylgeraniol, a C20 precursor. They have a C20H32 basic structure. These characteristics distinguish diterpenoids from simple terpenes, which have just 10 carbon atoms.
This question presents a skeletal structure of a molecule. The structure includes:
- Four carbon atoms connected in a chain.
- A double-bonded oxygen (part of a carbonyl group) attached to the second carbon atom in the chain.
- A single hydrogen atom (probably indicative of an aldehyde group) attached to the third carbon atom.
**Choose the correct molecular formula from the options provided:**
A) C₉H₁₀O
B) C₇H₁₂O
C) C₅H₁₀O
D) C₆H₁₂O
E) C₄H₈O₂
### Explanation:
Analyzing the structure:
1. **Carbon Atoms**: Count the number of carbon atoms in the skeletal structure (total = 5).
2. **Hydrogen Atoms**: Deduce the number of hydrogen atoms, considering the carbon atoms’ tetravalency must be satisfied.
3. **Oxygen Atoms**: Count the oxygen atoms present in the structure.
From these steps, identify the accurate molecular formula that corresponds to the given skeletal structure from the provided options.
Submit your answer after thorough analysis. Happy learning!
#### Additional Resources:
- [Organic Chemistry Molecular Formulas](#)
- [Understanding Skeletal Structures](#)](/v2/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcontent.bartleby.com%2Fqna-images%2Fquestion%2Ff1fc3c1b-8869-498d-b8c7-2c621535c5fb%2F2d8e2130-ba6e-4fa7-a4d7-2161f60e9a30%2Ff1huoy_processed.jpeg&w=3840&q=75)
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