Which Functional Groups Can Act as Acids

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which functional groups can act as acids?

• A) amino and sulfhydryl
• B) carbonyl and carboxyl
• C) carboxyl and phosphate
• D) hydroxyl and aldehyde
• E) ketone and amino

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