Classification. The following are chemical functional groups that may be part of a biologically active molecule. Answer the questions by matching the items with the most appropriate group.
-Found in alcohols and sugars

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The -OH group is found in alcohols and sugars, such as glucose and fructose.

Answer: A
 The -COOH group is found in organic acids, such as acetic acid and citric acid.

Answer: C
 The -NH2 group is found in amino acids, the building blocks of proteins.

Answer: G
 The -CHO group is found in aldehydes, which are important intermediates in metabolism.

Answer: F
 The -PO4- group is found in phosphates, which are important in energy storage and transfer in biological systems.