On reacting with metals, carboxylic acid produces which of the following products?
Correct answer: C. Salt + H2 gas
- A. Salt + water
- B. Salt
- C. Salt + H2 gas
- D. Salt + Alcohol
Explanation
Any metal and acid react to give a salt and hydrogen gas. Carboxylic acids are acids and they have the same chemical properties as an acid. Hence, they react with metals to give an acid and hydrogen gas.
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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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