What is a functional group in organic chemistry?

Answer 1

It's a group (or groups) of atoms in a molecule that, independent of the molecules to which they are attached, go through the same distinctive reactions.

Additional reading: Groups with Functions

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Answer 2

Isaac Aronson

A functional group in organic chemistry is a specific group of atoms within a molecule that determines its chemical properties and reactivity. Functional groups are responsible for the characteristic behavior of organic compounds and can participate in chemical reactions to form new compounds. Examples of functional groups include hydroxyl (-OH), carbonyl (C=O), carboxyl (-COOH), and amino (-NH2) groups, among others.

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