Question

The _____ controls the properties of alcohols and amines.

Answer 1

Answer:

R-group

Explanation:

The function groups in an alcohol and amine are R-OH and R-NH₂ respectively, where R is any alkyl group. The alkyl group can be polar, nonpolar, hydrophilic, hydrophobic, acidic or basic. The chemistry of the R group will influence the overall chemistry of the alcohol and the amine. Also the size of the R group is critical as the large the size or volume of the R the greater will be the steric hindrance and vice versa. Steric hindrance plays a critical role in the reaction mechanisms of alcohols and amines.

Answer 2

It is the R group or the variable group that determines the chemical properties of alcohols and amines. Depending on the number of polar and non polar groups and other molecular parts.