2.3 carboxylic acids Flashcards
1
Q
What is the functional group found in carboxylic acids?
A
carboxyl group
-COOH
2
Q
What are the products of the reaction of a metal oxide and a carboxylic acid?
A
a salt + water
3
Q
What are the products of the reaction of a metal hydroxide and a carboxylic acid?
A
a salt + water
4
Q
What are the products of the reaction of a metal carbonate and a carboxylic acid?
A
a salt + water + carbon dioxide