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Alkanoic Acids Flashcards

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What is the general formula for alkanoic acids?

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CₙH₂ₙ₊₁COOH

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Where do organic acids naturally occur?

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Vinegar (ethanoic)
Stinging nettles and ant’s sting (methanoic)
Rancid Butter (butanoic)
Citrus Fruits (citric)
Milk (lactic acid)

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What are the physical properties of alkanoic acids?

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They are covalent compounds, with a strong polar OH bond (stronger than the OH in alcohols), high boiling points, extremely soluble in water.

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What occurs when Alkanoic acid is dissolved in water?

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The acid is partially dissociates to give ‘free’ H+ ions

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What are the reactions of alkanoic acids?

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Reactions with Metals, Bases, Carbohydrates and Hydrogen Carbonates, Combustion(with dry acids) and Condensation / Esterification

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Acid + Metal?

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Salt + Hydrogen Gas

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Acid + Carbohydrate / Hydrogen Carbonates?

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Salt + Water + Carbon Dioxide

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Acid + Base

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Salt + Water

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Combustion of Anhydrous Acids

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Carbon Dioxide + Water

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Condensation (Alkanoic Acid + Alcohol)

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Ester + Water

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