Functional group

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004712",
  "term": "Functional group",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A specific group of atoms within a molecule that is responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of that molecule. These groups determine the chemical properties and reactivity of organic compounds. Examples include hydroxyl (-OH), carbonyl (C=O), and amino (-NH2) groups, each imparting distinct chemical behavior.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "unreactive"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 1077. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 1116 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466051077)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/functional-group/"
}