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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds Objective Question

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What is the functional group in an amide?
Options
A -COOR
B -CONH₂
Correct Answer
C -CHO
D -CN
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Amides have the functional group -CONH₂ (primary amide), -CONHR (secondary), or -CONR₂ (tertiary).

Hint

Derived from carboxylic acid and ammonia/amine.

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