Functional groups

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What is a functional group?

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A functional group is a specific group of atoms within a molecule that is responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of that molecule.

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What is the functional group of alcohols?

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–OH (hydroxyl group)

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What type of fatty acid has no double bonds?

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Saturated fatty acid.

Front

What is the simplest hydrocarbon?

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Methane (CH₄)

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What is the formula for alkanes?

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CₙH₂ₙ₊₂

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What is the functional group of carboxylic acids?

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–COOH (carboxyl group)

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What is the functional group of amines?

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–NH₂ (amino group)

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What type of hydrocarbon contains at least one triple bond?

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Alkyne.

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What is the functional group of aldehydes?

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–CHO (formyl group)

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids?

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Saturated fatty acids have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fatty acids have one or more double bonds.