A chemical from this functional group is combined with a carboxylic acid in Fischer esterification.
A chemical from this functional group is combined with a carboxylic acid in Fischer esterification. While secondary ones can be oxidized to make ketones, primary ones are oxidized to create aldehydes or carboxylic acids.  They are often combined with water to create antifreeze, and are sometimes used before iodine as an antiseptic.  Structurally, these contain a hydroxyl group bonded to a saturated carbon, and the simplest one has formula CH3OH.  Including menthol and ethanol, name these compounds known for their use in adult beverages.
A chemical from this functional group is combined with a carboxylic acid in Fischer esterification.
alcohols