Question

the functional group of ethanal is
a)-CO. b)-OH.
c)-CHO. d)-COOH​

Answer 1

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Ethanal = CH3CHO

So functional group is -CHO

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Answer 2

Functional group of ethanal is CHO

Explanation:

• Ethanal is also called as aldehyde which is an organic chemical compound with a formula of CH₃CHO
• This is the most abundant and important aldehyde which occurs in the nature and produced in industry.
• It is produced by oxidation of Ethyl alcohol.
• It is used as a starting material in synthesis of acetic acid,ethyl acetate,n-butyl alcohol etc.
• It has a fruity smell and is colorless in room temperature.
• It is used to produce acetic acid and other important compounds.
• The boiling point of ethanal is +21°C