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What is meant by heteroatom ? Give examples.

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Solution :In a hydrocarbon chain, the element replacing hydrogen is referred to as a HETEROATOM.
In a hydrocarbon chain, hydrogen atom/s can be replaced by HETEROATOMS, such that the valency of carbon remain satisfied.
Examples :
(1) Halogens LIKE chlorine, BROMINE.
(2) Oxygen, nitrogen and sulphur ELEMENTS.


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