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What is the functional group of a carboxylic acid?
Look for the 'acid' in the name!
Give an example of a carboxylic acid.
Think about what you might find in vinegar.
What functional group characterizes carboxylic acids?
Look for the answer that contains the term 'acid' in it.
True or False: Carboxylic acids can only be formed from the oxidation of primary alcohols.
Think about if there are multiple routes to form these acids.
Discuss the reaction mechanisms involved in the formation of an ester from acetic acid and ethanol.
Consider the role of alcohol and carbonyl in the reaction.
Explain how decarboxylation affects the molecular structure and stability of carboxylic acids.
What happens to molecular weight and structure when a group is removed?
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