Butanone is a four-carbon compound with the functional group- carboxylic acid
- aldehyde
- ketone
- alcohol
Correct Answer: (c) ketone
Explanation: In butanone, the functional group is
[Extra information: Ketone is a carbonyl group has 2 hydrocarbon groups attached to it. These can contain benzene rings or alkyl groups. Ketone does not have a hydrogen atom attached to the carbonyl group.
Uses of Ketones: The most common ketone is acetone, an excellent solvent for a number of plastics and synthetic fibers. In daily life, acetone is used as a nail paint remover and paint thinner. Acetone is used in medicine for chemical peeling and for acne treatments.
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) also known as butanone, is a common solvent, used in the production of textiles, varnishes, plastics, paint remover, paraffin wax, etc. It is also used as a welding agent for plastics due to its dissolving properties.
Cyclohexanone is another important ketone that is primarily used in the production of nylon (synthetic fibre).]
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