11 Questions
Which suffix is commonly used to identify carboxylic acids in their trivial names?
-ic acid
What is the general formula of a carboxylic acid?
R−CO2H
Which functional group is present in a carboxylic acid?
Carboxyl (C(=O)OH)
Which functional group do the hydroxyl and carbonyl group form together?
Carboxyl
What is the general solubility of smaller carboxylic acids in water?
Highly soluble
What is the main reason why carboxylic acids have higher boiling points than water?
Stabilized dimers through hydrogen bonds
What is the acidity of carboxylic acids?
Weak acids
Which method is used in the production of vinegar?
Fermentation of ethanol
What is the most common reaction to convert carboxylic acids into esters?
Esterification
Which method is used to replace the hydroxyl group on carboxylic acids with a chlorine atom?
Halogenation
Which reaction involves the simultaneous addition of water and carbon monoxide?
Carbonylation
Test your knowledge of carboxylic acids and their properties with this quiz. From their general formula to their occurrence and deprotonation, challenge yourself with questions on this important organic chemistry topic.
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