Carboxylic Acids Flashcards
O is ____ electronegative than C, so the carbonyl group is polar.
More
O is more electronegative than C, so the carbonyl group is _____.
Polar
Organic acids with one carboxyl group. They are sometimes called fatty acids since they are obtained from the hydrolysis of fats.
Monocarboxylic Acids
They are also the final product in the oxidation of primary alcohol.
Monocarboxylic Acids
Carboxylic acids with two carboxyl groups.
Dicarboxylic Acids
Carboxylic acids with two functional groups, the ketone and carboxyl group.
Keto Acids
Carboxylic acids with two functional groups, the ________ and ________ group.
Carbonyl & Hydroxyl
Are carboxylic acids, esters, and amides polar or nonpolar?
Polar
Only carboxylic acids and primary _____ can undergo intermolecular hydrogen bonding.
Amides
__________ _____ have higher boiling points than similar alcohols because there are more hydrogen bonding interactions possible than alcohols.
Carboxylic Acids
Carboxylic acids have ______ boiling points than similar alcohols.
Higher
Are esters capable of intermolecular hydrogen bonding?
No
Carboxylic acids have ______ boiling points than similar esters.
Higher
Is responsible for the sting of some types of ants.
Formic Acid (HCO2H)
Is the sour-tasting component of vinegar.
Acetic Acid (CH3CO2H)
It can be made by air oxidation of ethanol when wine “goes bad”.
Acetic Acid (CH3CO2H)
Has the foul odor of dirty socks and locker rooms.
Hexanoic Acid [(CH3(CH2)4COOH)]
Many low molecular weight esters have ________ odors.
Pleasant
The amide _________ is thought to induce sleep
because it’s production is increased by the body
during the evening.
Melatonin
The ester __________ is the active ingredient in topical anesthetics.
Benzocaine
The amide _____________ is a pain reliever in Tylenol.
Acetaminophen
Carboxylic acids are proton (H+) ______.
Donors
Carboxylic acids are ____ acids compared to inorganic acids.
Weak
Carboxylic acids react with _____ to form water-soluble salts.
Bases
The carboxylic acid donates the ______ to the base, OH−, which accepts it.
Proton