Question

A radical is capable of independent existence.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Radicals: A radical is an atom or a group of atoms that behaves as a single unit having a positive or negative charge on it.

• For example, Hydroxide$({\mathrm{HO}}^{-})$, and Carbonate$\left({\mathrm{CO}}_3^{2-}\right)$.
• A radical cannot exist freely because. it needs to gain or lose electrons.

Thus, the given statement is False i.e., A radical is capable of independent existence.