A quick introductory look at the alcohols

2 marks · Normal

Write the name and displayed formula of the functional group present in all alcohols.

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Name: hydroxyl group; Displayed formula: –OH

Also accept: Hydroxyl group, –OH

Common mistakes: Giving only the name or only the formula

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Marking points

B1 · 1 mark · Writes 'hydroxyl group' or similar as name.

B2 · 1 mark · Gives the correct displayed formula: –OH.

Worked solution

The functional group is called the hydroxyl group. Its displayed formula is –OH.