Asked by cuiqun liang on Apr 27, 2024
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Dopamine is shown below. What functional group, or structural element is not present in this compound?
A) hydroxyl
B) amino
C) methylene
D) aromatic ring
E) carboxyl
Dopamine
A neurotransmitter involved in controlling movement and the reward and pleasure centers in the brain.
Functional Group
Defined conglomerates of atoms inside molecules that are pivotal for the molecules’ typical chemical processes.
Structural Element
A component of a compound's molecular structure that contributes to its overall shape, properties, or function.
- Pinpoint and allocate functional groups in organic molecules.
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Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint and allocate functional groups in organic molecules.