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desmond iking said:Homework Statement
which functional group is present in aspatame molecule?
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The Attempt at a Solution
why the carbonyl group COO- is not present in the diagram? I can find it in the diagram
Pranav-Arora said:-COO- is not carbonyl, its for ester. Carbonyl is simply -CO-.
desmond iking said:yes , i noted . but can you try to answer my question please? thanks... the C0- grouo is present in the molecule
Pranav-Arora said:No, it is not present. Rather, you have -CONH- which is an amide and -COO-, which is an ester.
A functional group is a specific group of atoms within a molecule that is responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions and properties of that molecule.
The functional groups present in aspartame are an ester group, an amide group, and a carboxylic acid group.
The ester group in aspartame is responsible for its sweetness, as it is able to interact with specific taste receptors on the tongue. The amide and carboxylic acid groups also play a role in enhancing the sweetness of aspartame.
There have been some concerns raised about the potential health effects of aspartame, including its functional groups. However, numerous studies have been conducted and have not found any significant adverse effects on human health.
Yes, the functional groups in aspartame can undergo chemical reactions, such as hydrolysis, which can break down the molecule into its component parts. However, these reactions do not occur under normal conditions and do not pose any health risks.