U2-2-2 - Carboxylic Acids Flashcards
1
Q
What type of compound is this?
A
Carboxylic acid
2
Q
Name this functional group
A
Carboxyl
(NOT carboxylic acid)
3
Q
Carboxylic acid names end in ____ ______.
A
-oic acid
(e.g. ethanoic acid)
4
Q
The name of a carboxylic acid salt will end in _____.
A
-oate
(e.g. sodium ethanoate)
5
Q
Give two uses of vinegar
A
- In household cleaners
- To preserve food
6
Q
Vinegar is _________ acid.
A
ethanoic
7
Q
Name this type of compound
A
Ester
8
Q
When carboxylic acids react with metal carbonates, __________ ____________ gas is made.
A
carbon dioxide
9
Q
When carboxylic acids react with metals, __________ gas is made.
A
hydrogen
