The reactions of carboxylic acids which involve H atom removal of OH group form as major products in all reactions:
Correct answer: D. Salts
- A. Esters
- B. Nitriles
- C. Ketones
- D. Salts
Explanation
Salts are also a major product of the reaction of carboxylic acids. When a carboxylic acid reacts with a base, such as sodium hydroxide, the carboxylic acid is deprotonated to form a carboxylate anion and a salt, such as sodium carboxylate. The salt is formed as a result of the reaction between the carboxylate anion and the cation of the base used. So, both carboxylate anions and salts can be major products of the reaction of carboxylic acids. Salts are also formed when carboxylic acid reacts with carbonates, bicarbonates, and metals
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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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