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Which of the following is an example of a functional group commonly found in organic molecules?
A
Sodium ion (Na+)
B
Nitrogen gas (N2)
C
Chloride ion (Cl-)
D
Hydroxyl group (-OH)
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Identify the definition of a functional group: A functional group is a specific group of atoms within a molecule that is responsible for a characteristic chemical reaction of that molecule.
Review the options provided: Sodium ion (Na+), Nitrogen gas (N2), Chloride ion (Cl-), and Hydroxyl group (-OH).
Understand that ions like Na+ and Cl- are not functional groups; they are individual ions that do not form part of a larger organic structure.
Recognize that Nitrogen gas (N2) is a diatomic molecule and not a functional group within an organic molecule.
Identify the Hydroxyl group (-OH) as a common functional group found in organic molecules, such as alcohols, where it is responsible for the molecule's reactivity and properties.
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