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Author: Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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**Question:**

What main functional group do you see in the molecule below?

**Diagram of Molecule:**

The molecule is displayed with the following structure:
- CH₃—CH—CH₂—NH₂
- A CH₃ group is attached as a branch to the CH group in the middle.

**Answer Options:**

- ○ Amine
- ○ Alcohol
- ○ Alkane
- ○ Carboxylic Acid

**Explanation:**

The main functional group in this molecule is an "Amine," as indicated by the presence of the NH₂ group. This functional group is characterized by a nitrogen atom attached to one or more alkyl or aryl groups.
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Transcribed Image Text:**Question:** What main functional group do you see in the molecule below? **Diagram of Molecule:** The molecule is displayed with the following structure: - CH₃—CH—CH₂—NH₂ - A CH₃ group is attached as a branch to the CH group in the middle. **Answer Options:** - ○ Amine - ○ Alcohol - ○ Alkane - ○ Carboxylic Acid **Explanation:** The main functional group in this molecule is an "Amine," as indicated by the presence of the NH₂ group. This functional group is characterized by a nitrogen atom attached to one or more alkyl or aryl groups.
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