Chapter 2, Problem 1LGP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: For the molecular formula ${\text{C}}_{\text{4}}{\text{H}}_{\text{8}}{\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$, the structures of 15 different compounds containing the functional group presented in the chapter are to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Functional group is an atom or group of atoms which is responsible for the chemical properties of the compound.

The functional groups containing oxygen atom are: aldehydes $\left(-CHO\right)$, ketones $\left(-CO-\right)$, carboxylic acid $\left(-COOH\right)$, esters $\left(-COO-\right)$, alcohols $\left(-HO\right)$ and ethers $\left(-O-\right)$.

The structures of the organic compounds are represented by the bond line formula. In bond line formula, all the symbols of atoms and the bonds between the atoms are shown by the help of lines.