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Which functional group distinguishes carboxylic acids from aldehydes and ketones?
Which functional group distinguishes carboxylic acids from aldehydes and ketones?
- Ester group
- Phenyl group
- Alkyl group
- Carboxyl group (correct)
Which functional group is present in aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids?
Which functional group is present in aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids?
- Amino group
- Carbonyl group (correct)
- Hydroxyl group
- Alkene group
How do aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids differ in terms of reactivity?
How do aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids differ in terms of reactivity?
Aldehydes are more reactive than ketones and carboxylic acids due to the presence of a hydrogen atom on the carbonyl group. Carboxylic acids are more acidic compared to aldehydes and ketones.
What is the general structure of aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids?
What is the general structure of aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids?
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Which compound can be formed by the oxidation of a primary alcohol?
Which compound can be formed by the oxidation of a primary alcohol?
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What are the common methods for synthesizing aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids?
What are the common methods for synthesizing aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids?
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