Carboxylic acids and esters Flashcards
1
Q
What is the functional group of carboxylic acids?
A
-COOH
2
Q
What are the properties of carboxylic acids?
A
- Dissolve in water to produce acidic solutions
- React with carbonates to produce carbon dioxide
- React with alcohols in the presence of an acidic catalyst to produce esters
- Do not ionise completely when dissolved in water so are weak acids
3
Q
What is ethyl ethanoate?
A
The ester produced from ethanol and ethanoic acid
4
Q
What is the functional group of esters?
A
-COO
5
Q
What are the properties of esters?
A
- Volatile
- Strong smell
6
Q
Where are esters used?
A
In perfumes (because of their strong smell)
