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Multiple Choice
Which type of reaction is commonly associated with the exposure of organic compounds to mutagens?
A
Elimination reaction
B
Addition reaction
C
Substitution reaction
D
Oxidation reaction
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Begin by understanding the types of reactions listed: elimination, addition, substitution, and oxidation. Each of these reactions involves different changes to the molecular structure of organic compounds.
Elimination reactions involve the removal of atoms or groups from a molecule, resulting in the formation of a double bond. This is not typically associated with mutagen exposure.
Addition reactions involve the addition of atoms or groups to a molecule, often across a double bond. This is also not typically associated with mutagen exposure.
Substitution reactions involve the replacement of one atom or group in a molecule with another. While substitution can occur in the presence of mutagens, it is not the most common reaction type associated with mutagen exposure.
Oxidation reactions involve the loss of electrons from a molecule, often increasing the number of bonds to oxygen. This type of reaction is commonly associated with the exposure of organic compounds to mutagens, as mutagens can cause oxidative stress leading to oxidation reactions.