FUNCTION GROUPS

It is the symbol used to represent a hydrocarbon group when discussing the different functional groups.

• R

• X

It represents a halogen, such as F, Cl, Br and I

• R

• X

It is an example of Alkyl Halide and was used as a medical anesthetic in the past.

• Chloroform

• Bromomethane

It is an example of Alkyl Halide and used as fumigant.

• Chloroform

• Bromomethane

One hydrogen atom is replaced by a hydroxyl (-OH) group in an alkane structure.

• Alcohol

• ALKYL HALIDE

• ETHER

• KETONE

It is used in alcoholic drinks.

• Ethanol

• Isopropanol

It is one of the main ingredients of white board marker

• Ethanol

• Isopropanol

Two alkyl groups attached to the same oxygen atom

• Alcohol

• ALKYL HALIDE

• ETHER

• KETONE

It is used as an anesthetic.

• Diethyl ether

• Aryl ether

It is a major constituent of the oil in anise seed.

• Diethyl ether

• Aryl ether