Heavy metal pollution can lead to bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms, which can have harmful effects on the food chain.

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are primarily known for their role in ozone layer depletion.

A primary alcohol has the hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to a carbon atom that is bonded to only one other carbon atom.

Addition polymerization involves the addition of monomers to form a polymer without the loss of small molecules.

Addition polymers are formed from monomers that contain double bonds, which open up to form long chains.

Aromatic compounds are characterized by the presence of a benzene ring.

Condensation polymerization produces small molecules, such as water, as byproducts.

Elastomers are characterized by their elasticity, allowing them to stretch and return to their original shape.

Terminal alkynes can form carbanions due to the acidity of the hydrogen atom attached to the sp-hybridized carbon.

Alkynes are distinguished from alkenes by the presence of triple bonds.

The main function of a salt bridge is to maintain charge balance by allowing ions to flow.

The main function of carbohydrates is energy storage and providing energy to living organisms.

Lipids primarily function in energy storage, as well as forming cell membranes.

The main industrial method for producing hydrogen is steam reforming of natural gas.

Zinc oxide is a common active ingredient in sunscreens that protects against UV rays.

Vinegar contains acetic acid, which is responsible for its sour taste.

Vinegar primarily consists of acetic acid, which gives it its sour taste.

Convection is the primary mechanism of heat transfer in liquids and gases due to the movement of the fluid.

In liquids, convection is the main mechanism of heat transfer, as the fluid moves and carries heat with it.

Ethylene is the main monomer used to produce polyethylene through addition polymerization.

The main product of nuclear fusion in stars is helium.

The main products of the complete combustion of alkanes are carbon dioxide and water.

The complete combustion of hydrocarbons produces carbon dioxide and water.

The complete combustion of propane produces carbon dioxide and water.

The dehydration of an alcohol typically yields an alkene.

The dehydration of ethanol primarily produces ethylene (ethene) through the elimination of water.

The main products of the electrolysis of water are hydrogen gas (H2) and oxygen gas (O2).

The hydrogenation of benzene results in the formation of cyclohexane, a saturated hydrocarbon.

The hydrolysis of an ester produces a carboxylic acid and an alcohol.

The nitration of benzene typically produces nitrobenzene as the main product through electrophilic substitution.