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19-12-2022
Chemistry

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The unique properties of organic compounds depend not only on the size and shape of the carbon skeleton, but also on groups of atoms that are attached to that skeleton. Chemical groups that are attached to carbon skeletons and impart unique chemical characteristics are called "functional groups".

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