18. Carboxylic Acids And Derivatives Flashcards
1
Q
What are the reactions that carboxylic acids can be made from?
A
-oxidation of primary alcohols and aldehydes.
-hydrolysis of nitriles
-hydrolysis of esters
2
Q
What is the oxidizing agent used when producing carboxylic acids from alcohols and aldehydes?
What is the colour change?
A
Acidified potassium dichromate (VI)
-Orange to green.
3
Q
When carboxylate ions are produced why must a strong acid be added to provide
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