Which functional groups can act as acids?
A) amino and sulfhydryl
B) carbonyl and carboxyl
C) carboxyl and phosphate
D) hydroxyl and aldehyde
E) ketone and amino

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Carboxyl and phosphate groups can act as acids as they have a hydrogen ion (H+) that can be donated to a base. The hydrogen ion is released from the carboxyl or phosphate groups, resulting in the formation of a negatively charged ion (ionization).

Which Functional Groups Can Act as Acids