Question 6 of 20 in A quick introductory look at the alcohols

A quick introductory look at the alcohols

1 mark · Easy

Write the displayed formula for the functional group present in all alcohols.

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-OH

Also accept: OH; hydroxyl group

Common mistakes: COOH; CH3

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B1 · 1 mark · Displays the correct formula '-OH' or accepted alternative

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The displayed formula for the alcohol functional group is –OH.

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