A-LevelChemistryHydroxy compoundsFeb/Mar 2017Paper 4 Q87 Marks
The root of the ginger plant contains compounds with medicinal and flavouring properties. Three of the more important compounds are gingerol, shogaol and zingerone. (a) The structure of gingerol is shown. The CH₃O– group in gingerol is unreactive. [Figure: Structure of gingerol]
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