Functional Groups and Organic Molecules

Functional groups are groups of atoms with specific chemical properties that appear within organic molecules. They are sometimes shown as "R." These groups sit along the carbon backbone of macromolecules, which can form chains or rings of carbon atoms.

Functional groups help functionali...

Functional groups are atoms or groups of atoms within a molecule that exhibit characteristic chemical behavior. Molecules containing the same functional groups often display similar physical and chemical properties.

Functional groups serve as the basis for naming and classifying organic compounds. Accordingly, the hydrocarbon portions of ...