Paracetamol contains which functional groups?
Correct answer: D. -OH and -NHCOCH₃ groups
- A. -OH and -NHCHO groups
- B. -OH and -NHCH₃ groups
- C. -NHCOCH₃ and -SO₂NH₂ groups
- D. -OH and -NHCOCH₃ groups
Explanation
The structure of paracetamol (acetaminophen) consists of a benzene ring substituted with a hydroxyl group (-OH) and an acetamide group (-NHCOCH₃)
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