Q. 12.38 - An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

Question

The compound frambinone has the taste of raspberries and has been used in weight loss. Identify the functional groups in frambinone. 

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The functional groups present in the compounds are ketone and alcohol.

Step 1: Given Information

We are given the compounds and we have to find out the number of functional groups present in it.

Step 2: Explanation

As in the given compound,$\mathrm{O}-\mathrm{H} \mathrm{and} \mathrm{C}-\mathrm{C}\left(=\mathrm{O}\right)-\mathrm{C}$ functional groups are present, and the first one is the alcohol group, and the second one is the ketonic group.

Hence, alcohol, and ketone functional groups are present in this compound.