Which functional group is present in alcohols?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Hydroxyl (-OH)
- Step 1: Alcohols contain the hydroxyl group.
- Step 2: Carboxylic acids contain -COOH.
Answer
Hydroxyl (-OH).
Why not the others: The other groups define acids, amines and aldehydes or ketones.
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