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Question
What are the functional groups? Name any two compounds containing functional groups.
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Solution
An atom or a group of atoms present in the molecule which determines the characteristics property of organic compounds is called a functional group.
- Ethyl alcohol contains a functional group (-OH)
- Acetaldehyde contains a functional group (-COOH).
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