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A functional group is an atom or a group of atoms responsible for the characteristic chemical properties of an organic compound.

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a)

(i) A functional group is an atom or a group of atoms responsible for the characteristic chemical properties of an organic compound.

(ii)

  • For compound B, the functional group is a carbon-carbon double bond (C=C\text{C}=\text{C}). The homologous series is Alkene.
  • For compound D, the functional group is a hydroxyl group (-OH\text{-OH}). The homologous series is Alcohol.

Therefore:
B: Alkene
D: Alcohol

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