Question

what ia the meaning of Hydroxy derivatives?​

Answer 1

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I'll explain this step-by-step.

◆ Hydroxyl group -

Functional group containing oxygen bonded to hydrogen is called hydroxyl (-OH) group.

◆ Hydroxy derivative -

When -H group of a compound is replaced by hydroxyl (-OH) group, resulting is called as hydroxy derivative of compound.

# For example -

Phenol is hydroxy derivative of benzene.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Hydroxy acids are a class of chemical compounds that consist of a carboxylic acid substituted with a hydroxyl group on the adjacent carbon.  

Explanation:

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