What is the functional group of aldehydes?

A. Amino group
B. Carbonyl group
C. Hydroxyl group
D. Carboxyl group

Answer: Carbonyl group

Additional Information: Aldehydes contain a carbonyl group (C=O) at the terminal position.

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