COMEDK2019ChemistryGeneral Organic Chemistry
Which one of the following is bi-functional compound?
Options
- AFormic acid
- BAcetic acid
- CBenzoic acid
- DCinnamic acid
Correct answer
C. Benzoic acid
Step-by-step solution
Benzoic acid is bi-functional compound as it has two functional groups, carboxylic acid and aromatic ring. Cinnamic acid is tri-functional compound as it has three functional groups, i.e., - COOH , C = C and aromatic ring. Formic acid and acetic acid are mono-functional as they have one functional group i.e., (-COOH group).