WM: Carboxylic Acids And Esters Flashcards
1
Q
In an ester which O comes from the alcohol?
A
The O-C one
The one that’s bonded to the R chain
2
Q
In an ester, which O comes from the carboxylic acid?
A
The C=O
3
Q
What it the test for a carboxylic acid?
A
Add Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate
CO2 is given off
Fizzes
Turns limewater cloudy
4
Q
Are carboxylic acids weak or strong acids?
What do they do in water?
A
They’re weak acids
In water they partially dissociate into a CARBOXYLATE ION and a H+ ion
5
Q
What forms when carboxylic acids react with alkalis?
A
SALTS AND WATER lol
6
Q
What forms when carboxylic acids react with carbonates?
A
SALTS CO2 and H2O
