Functional groups are the cornerstone of organic chemistry, defining the reactivity and properties of molecules. This quiz will test your understanding of these crucial components, from identifying structures to recognizing their roles in chemical reactions. Sharpen your skills and see how well you know your functional groups!
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Functional Groups Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which functional group is characterized by a carbon double-bonded to an oxygen?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Amino group
Carboxyl group
2. What is the functional group present in alcohols?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Amino group
Phosphate group
3. Which functional group is found in carboxylic acids?
Carbonyl group
Amino group
Carboxyl group
Sulfhydryl group
4. Which functional group contains a nitrogen atom bonded to two hydrogen atoms?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Amino group
Phosphate group
5. What is the functional group characterized by a sulfur atom bonded to a hydrogen atom?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Sulfhydryl group
Phosphate group
6. Which functional group is characterized by a phosphorus atom bonded to four oxygen atoms?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Amino group
Phosphate group
7. Which functional group is found in esters and is characterized by a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom and single-bonded to another oxygen atom?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Ester group
Amino group
8. Which functional group is characterized by a nitrogen atom bonded to a carbon atom in a double bond?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Imine group
Amino group
9. What functional group is present in aldehydes?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Aldehyde group
Carboxyl group
10. Which functional group is characterized by a carbon atom triple-bonded to a nitrogen atom?
Hydroxyl group
Carbonyl group
Cyano group
Amino group
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