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A-LevelChemistryIntroduction to organic chemistry9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2022 · Q391 Mark

The diagrams show the structures of lycopene and β-carotene. [Figure 39.1] When lycopene is converted into β-carotene, what is the gain or loss of hydrogen atoms per molecule?

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A4 gained
B2 gained
Cno change
D2 lost

✓ Correct answer

C: no change

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Introduction to organic chemistry, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Chemistry, Feb/Mar 2022 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 39.

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