Saved Bookmarks
| 1. |
Give definition, general characteristics and use of functional group |
|
Answer» SOLUTION :DEFINITION: A functional group of defined earlier, is an atom or a group of atoms bonded TOGETHER in a unique manner which is usually the site of chemical reactivity is an organic molecule. Characteristics: Compound having the same functional group undergo similar reactions. For example, `CH_(3)OH, CH_(3)CH_(2)OH, and (CH_(3))_(2)CHOH`- all have `-OH` functional group liberate hydrogen on reaction with sodium metal. Uses: The systematically classification of organic compound in different classes by the presence of functional group in organic compounds. |
|