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Solubility of carboxylic acids

Correct answer: B. Decreases with increase in molecular mass

  • A. Decreases with increase of volume
  • B. Decreases with increase in molecular mass
  • C. Increases with increase in molecular mass
  • D. None of these options are correct

Explanation

Carboxylic acids become less soluble due to the larger hydrocarbon portion.

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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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