Carboxylic Acids Flashcards
1
Q
What is the functional group for carboxylic acids?
A
The functional group is -COOH.
2
Q
What do they produce when reacted with carbonates and what is an example?
A
A salt, water and carbon dioxide.
Ethanoic acid + sodium carbonate —> sodium ethanoate + water + carbon dioxide
3
Q
How can ethanoic acid be made and what is it used for?
A
Ethanoic acid can be made by oxidising ethanol, and it can be dissolved in water to make vinegar (flavouring and preserving foods).
4
Q
How are carboxylic acids used in industry?
A
If they have longer chains of carbon atoms they are used to make soaps and detergents. They are also used in the preparation of esters.
5
Q
Why isn’t ethanoic acid chosen as a solvent?
A
It makes the solution acidic.
