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Functional groups and the big picture

Functional groups and the big picture

Reaction map linking ethene, ethanol, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and esters with key reagents and conditions In this topic, the functional group tells you how an organic molecule usually reacts. Alcohols contain the hydroxyl group, carboxylic acids contain the carboxyl group, and esters contain the ester link.

Alcohols and carboxylic acids Lesson

  1. A Level
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /Alcohols and carboxylic acids

Step-by-step lessons covering Eduqas A Level Chemistry Alcohols and carboxylic acids for A Level Chemistry. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Component 1, Component 2 and Component 3 format. Build confidence with atomic structure, bonding and moles calculations early on, since these underpin the more demanding organic mechanisms, equilibrium and practical-analysis topics that dominate Year 2.