Which of the following functional groups is likely to be present in a molecule that has peaks in the infrared spectrum at 1630-1820 cm^-¹ (strong, broad), but does not have peaks at 3200-3650 or 1000-1250 cm^-¹

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The peaks in the infrared spectrum at 1630-1820 cm-1 indicate the presence of a carbonyl group, which is characteristic of aldehydes and ketones. The absence of peaks at 3200-3650 or 1000-1250 cm-1 rules out the presence of an alcohol, ether, or ester functional groups.

Which of the Following Functional Groups Is Likely to Be