Carboxylic Acids Flashcards
1
Q
What is Carboxylic Acid’s structure based off?
A
It is alkane based with the carboxyl functional group, that has the formula COOH.
2
Q
How do you re-name an alkane name into a carboxylic acid?
A
Replace the ‘e’ with ‘oic acid’
3
Q
What is the general formula for a Carboxylic Acid?
A
Cn H2n+1 COOH
4
Q
How do you name a Carboxylic Acid?
A
- Count all the carbons, including the one in the COOH.
2. Match the number of carbons to the prefix and add ‘oic’ on the end.
5
Q
What can Carboxylic Acids react with?
A
Carboxylic acids can also react with bases to form a salt and water in neutralisation reactions. When long chain ‘fatty’ acids are used, the salt formed is a soap
