A Molecule That Has Unpaired Electrons is A(n)

Question

A molecule that has unpaired electrons is a(n)
A) isotope.
B) free radical.
C) ion.
D) triple bonded molecule.
E) compound.

Accepted Answer

A molecule with unpaired electrons is called a free radical. Free radicals are highly reactive and can damage biological molecules like DNA, leading to diseases like cancer. Isotope refers to an element with a different number of neutrons than the usual for that element. Ion refers to an atom or molecule with a net electric charge due to loss or gain of electrons. Triple bonded molecules and compounds do not necessarily have unpaired electrons.