Hydrolysis of acyl chloride results in the formation of:
Correct answer: B. Carboxylic acid
- A. Acyl anhydride
- B. Carboxylic acid
- C. Amides
- D. Esters
Explanation
Aqueous acid chloride is a very acidic solution due to formation of a mixture of strong acid and a weak acid. This hydrolysis reaction is an elimination reaction and water is participated as a reagent. This reaction completely converts acid chloride to a carboxylic acid and HCI (Hydrochloric acid).
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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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