Q. 12.39 - An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

Question

A compound called resveratrol is an antioxidant, found in the skin of grapes. Identify the functional groups in resveratrol. 

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The functional group present in the compound is 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, $\mathrm{O}-\mathrm{H}$functional groups are present.

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