Question

Select all that apply.

Functional groups are a group of molecules attached to a carbon-based core of an organic molecule. Key functional groups are _____.
1. carbohydrates
2.aminos
3.phosphates
4.proteins
5.carbonyls

Answer 1

Key functional groups are aminos, phosphates and carbonyls.

Functional groups are groups of atoms that are found along the carbon backbone (composed of carbon and hydrogen atoms) of organic molecules and they impart specific chemical properties to those molecules. Functional groups include; amino, hydroxyl, carboxyl, phosphate, carbonyl and methyl groups.

Answer 2

Functional groups are a group of molecules attached to a carbon-based core of an organic molecule. Key functional groups are 3. phosphates