Question

A compound of molecular formula C8H16O3 may have

a) Ketone and Ester both b) Acid anhydride only

c) Ether and Ester both d) Alcohol , Aldehyde and Ketone all​

Answer 1

A compound of molecular formula C8H16O3 may have Alcohol, Aldehyde, and Ketone.

Explanation:

• A carboxyl group is present in aldehydes and ketones.
• It is a functional group with carbon and an oxygen atom double-bonded.
• It is indicated as follows; C = O
• In aldehydes, the carbonyl group is attached to an alkyl group "R" and a hydrogen atom (H).
• While in ketones, the central carbon of the carbonyl group is attached to two alkyl groups.