Which compound is most acidic?
a) {eq}\rm CH_3CHO {/eq}.
b) {eq}\rm CH_3CCl_2COOH {/eq}.
c) {eq}\rm CH_3COOH {/eq}.
d) {eq}\rm C_6H_5OH {/eq}.
e) {eq}\rm CH_3OCH_3 {/eq}.
Question:
Which compound is most acidic?
a) {eq}\rm CH_3CHO {/eq}.
b) {eq}\rm CH_3CCl_2COOH {/eq}.
c) {eq}\rm CH_3COOH {/eq}.
d) {eq}\rm C_6H_5OH {/eq}.
e) {eq}\rm CH_3OCH_3 {/eq}.
The Acidity of Organic Compounds
In comparing the acidity of hydrocarbons, it is quite helpful to establish the structure of the compounds. From the structure one can examine whether electron-donating groups or electron-withdrawing groups are present on the given compound.
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View this answerThe given compounds contain different functional groups.
Choice A is an aldehyde specifically ethanal. Choice B is a carboxylic acid specifically...
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Chapter 5 / Lesson 13Learn about organic acids. Understand what organic acids are and their functional group. List their examples and general properties. Explore their use.