Interesting compounds with alcohol functional group

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The discussion centers on the search for creative examples of compounds containing an alcohol functional group, specifically avoiding typical suggestions like alcoholic beverages. Participants mention various compounds, including fucitol and DNA, highlighting the broad applicability of hydroxy groups in organic chemistry. Suggestions also include inositol and 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexahydrocyclohexane, emphasizing the open-ended nature of the inquiry as a puzzle rather than for practical use. The conversation reflects a desire for unique and unconventional examples in the realm of organic compounds.
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I'm looking for examples of some interesting compounds that contain alcohol functional group (please, no joke suggestions about various liquor). Bonus points for creativity/thinking-outside-the-box.

Thanks.
 
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Fucitol.
 
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Fucitol made me laugh...Not quite what I expected.

Anything else?
 
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Almost anything organic (can) contain(s) a hydroxy group. What exactly are you looking for?
 
Well, it was kind of a broad, open question about compounds with hydroxy group; I don't plan on using the compounds for anything, it's more for a puzzle of sort.
 
Inositol, 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexahydrocyclohexane.
 
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