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Grignard reagent when reacts with CO₂, it forms:

Correct answer: A. Carboxylic acid

  • A. Carboxylic acid
  • B. Aldehyde
  • C. Alkyl Halide
  • D. Ketone

Explanation

When Grignard reagent reacts with CO2 it forms Carboxylic salt which undergoes protonation by aqueous acid to form a carboxylic acid.

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About Carboxylic Acids

Carboxylic acids are named and studied through the combined effects of the carbonyl and hydroxyl groups, their preparation, acidity and hydrogen bonding. Reactions include neutralisation, esterification, reduction and conversion into acid chlorides, anhydrides, esters and amides, with emphasis on how these derivatives interconvert.

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