Organic Chemistry: Structure and Function
Organic Chemistry: Structure and Function
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ISBN: 9781319079451
Author: K. Peter C. Vollhardt, Neil E. Schore
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 2, Problem 55P
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Interpretation: Each functional group in the below natural compound should be circled and its class should be identified.

  Organic Chemistry: Structure and Function, Chapter 2, Problem 55P , additional homework tip  1

Concept introduction: A functional group is defined as an atom or group of certain atoms that confer reactivity to the overall organic compound. They undergo specific reactions. majority of functional groups are polarized in nature. The presence of functional groups controls the reactivity of organic moiety as a whole.

The major functional groups are given as follows:

  Organic Chemistry: Structure and Function, Chapter 2, Problem 55P , additional homework tip  2

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