Functional Groups It should be noted that the importance of a functional group cannot be overstated. A functional group affects or determines all of the following properties of a molecule: ●Bonding and shape Chemical reactivity ● Type and strength of intermolecular forces Physical properties Nomenclature Functional Groups ◼It should be noted that the importance of a functional group cannot be overstated. ◼A functional group affects or determines all of the following properties of a molecule: ⚫ Bonding and shape ⚫ Chemical reactivity ⚫ Type and strength of intermolecular forces ⚫ Physical properties ⚫ Nomenclature