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MDCAT Chemistry QUESTION #7798
Question 1

The functional group present in ketones is called:

  • Amino
  • Carbonyl✔️
  • Carboxyl
  • Formyl
Correct Answer Explanation

Ketones contain a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to two carbon atoms. Aldehydes have -CHO (formyl group). Carboxyl = -COOH, amino = -NH₂.