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What is the definition of a functional group in organic chemistry?

Options

  1. AA group of atoms with no chemical reactivity
  2. BA unique manner of bonding between atoms
  3. CA group of atoms that determines the color of a molecule
  4. DA group of atoms that determines the molecular weight of a compound

Correct answer

B. A unique manner of bonding between atoms

Step-by-step solution

A functional group as "an atom or a group of atoms bonded together in a unique manner which is usually the site of chemical reactivity in an organic molecule."

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