Choose a compound that is classified as an ether, aldehyde, ketone, ester, or alcohol, or amide. Report on important applications of this compound using at least one outside source. Next, write the condensed structural formula of a simple molecule with an ether, aldehyde, ketone, ester, or alcohol functional group for your peers to name (do not give away the answer!).

Follow-Up Post Instructions
Respond to at least one peer or the instructor. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification.

Possible follow-up topics:

Comment on one of your peer’s postings to discuss whether you believe the benefits of using their compound outweigh the risks.
Reply to the post of a peer whom has posted option 2 as their initial post and name the molecule provided. Be sure to walk us through all parts of the naming process, explaining each step.
Research a recently banned organic compound (banned in last year).