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LaDunn

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Why would the addition of a functional group that can be cleaved in the body to form an alcohol produce a more environmentally friendly insecticide?
 
  A) Because it can be cleaved, it produces a polar, water soluble material that can be excreted.
  B) Because it can be cleaved it can be used as an energy source and provide food energy.
  C) Because the polar groups can be converted into ATP or other phosphorus derivatives.
  D) all of the above
  E) none of the above

Question 2

How are most metals found in nature?
 
  A) as ionic compounds
  B) as free ions
  C) as native metals
  D) as covalent compounds
  E) all of the above



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joshraies

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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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LaDunn

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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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