What is functional group ??

1.	What is functional group ??
Answer» Thanks Functional group is an atom or a group of atom, which is bonded to carbon chain and it defines the chemical property of the organic compound.\xa0An atom or group of atoms which show a characteristic unique reactivity when treated with some reagents and also which impart some unique chemical, as well as physical properties to the primary molecule, is defined as a functional group.For example, OH is an alcohol, CHO is an aldehyde etc. a group of atoms responsible for the characteristic reactions of a particular compound.

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