functional group ws Flashcards
1
Q
is hydroxyl group polar
A
polar, oxygen is more electronegative than hydrogen
2
Q
what are compounds containing hydroxyl groups called
A
alcohols
3
Q
what functional group acts as an acid, why
A
carboxyl because it donates hydrogen ions
4
Q
which functional group acts as a base, why
A
aminos, amino groups tend to pick up/receive hydrogen ions
5
Q
what are compounds containing sulfhydryl groups called
A
thiols
6
Q
what are compounds containing carbonyl groups called
A
aldehydes and ketones
