Which chemical group is most likely to be responsible for an organic molecule behaving as a base?
A) hydroxyl
B) carbonyl
C) carboxyl
D) amino
E) phosphate

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The amino group (-NH2) is a weak base due to its ability to accept a proton (H+) from the surrounding medium, making it the chemical group most likely responsible for an organic molecule behaving as a base. The other chemical groups listed may also have acidic or basic properties, but not to the same extent as the amino group.

Which Chemical Group Is Most Likely to Be Responsible for an Organic