Question

Which best describes the functional group in an aldehyde?

Answer 1

Answer : The correct option is, (C) a carbon chain with a carbonyl group bonded to one end.

Explanation :

An aldehyde is an organic compound which contain a functional group with (-CHO) i.e R-CHO

R-CHO functional group consists of a carbonyl center that means a carbon which is double-bonded to the oxygen. The carbon of this carbonyl group bonded with the hydrogen to one end and a carbon chain, (R) to another end.

Some examples of an aldehydes are formaldehyde $(HCHO)$, acetaldehyde $(CH_3CHO)$

Therefore, the correct answer is, (C)

Answer 2

C. a carbon chain with a carbonyl group bonded to one end