Lutefisk is a traditional Scandinavian food that is prepared by ...

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Lutefisk is a traditional Scandinavian food that is prepared by soaking a white fish, such as cod, in lye (NaOH). How does soaking the fish in lye cook it?
 
  A) A strong base will allow the fish to be heated to higher temperatures more quickly.
  B) A strong base will break down or denature the protein in the fish.
  C) A strong base will neutralize the fatty acids in the fish.
  D) A strong base will raise the pH of blood in the fish.

Question 2

Which of the following is not classified as a functional group?
 
  A) the C O of an aldehyde
  B) the -COOH of a carboxylic acid
  C) the CH3 of an alkane
  D) the -OH of an alcohol

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C

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