Hemiacetal containing both
Correct answer: B. Alcohol and ether functional groups
- A. Alcohol and aldehyde functional groups
- B. Alcohol and ether functional groups
- C. Aldehyde and ether functional groups
- D. Alcohol and carboxylic acid functional groups
Explanation
Hemiacetal is a molecule made up of a core carbon atom connected to four groups: -OR, -OH, -R, and -H. Acetal is a molecule made of a core carbon atom that is attached to two -OR groups, a -R group, and a -H group. RHC(OH)OR' is the general formula for a hemiacetal.orHemiacetals are formed from the combination of alcohols and aldehydes and display at least one hydroxyl group from the alcohol and have an ether functional group with oxygen connecting 2 carbons
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