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What is a functional group in a carbon compound? Identify the functional group present in CH3COOH and C2H5OH. [3 MARKS]

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1. Functional group may be defined as an atom or group of atoms upon which the properties of a particular organic compound are based. Different families differ in the functional groups.
2. Functional group in CH3COOH is (-COOH) carboxylic acid.
3. Functional group in C2H5OH is (-OH) alcohol.


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