This section connects the concepts of functional groups and systematic nomenclature with real-world chemical, industrial, and pharmaceutical applications. It is designed for Class 11–12 students, competitive exam aspirants, and undergraduate learners to understand how functional group knowledge is applied in synthesis, drug design, and material science.
In this section, you will explore:
Use of functional group identification in organic synthesis planning
Role of functional groups in pharmaceutical and agrochemical design
Applications in polymer chemistry and industrial materials
Predicting chemical reactivity and product formation using functional group analysis
Nomenclature as a tool for communication and documentation in chemistry
Structure–property correlation in biomolecules and industrial compounds
NCERT-aligned real-world examples and application-based exam questions
The content is structured to enhance practical understanding, strengthen applied reasoning, and help students confidently handle real-world and application-based questions in school examinations, NEET, JEE, and undergraduate assessments.
Understand how functional groups and systematic nomenclature underpin the design, synthesis, and analysis of chemical compounds in research and industry.
Q. What is the correct IUPAC name for the compound CH3-CH(CH3)-CH2-CHO?
A.
3-Methylbutanal
B.
2-Methylbutanal
C.
2-Butanal
D.
3-Butanal
Solution
The longest carbon chain has four carbons, and the aldehyde is at the end, making it 2-methylbutanal.
