What is so special about C-H bonds?   A. They represent a high entropy form of energy. B. They are strongly electronegative and are easily reduced. C. They are the source of readily accessible electrons that are found in food. D. They are an important bonding arrangement ensuring the proper quaternary structure of proteins

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Q5. What is so special about C-H bonds?

 

A. They represent a high entropy form of energy.

B. They are strongly electronegative and are easily reduced.

C. They are the source of readily accessible electrons that are found in food.

D. They are an important bonding arrangement ensuring the proper quaternary structure of proteins.

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