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Which of the following represents the general f... - SS3 Chemistry Organic Chemistry: Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids Question

Which of the following represents the general formula of a carboxylic acid?

 

A

R-OH

 

B

R-CO-R

 

C

R-NH2

 

D

R-COOH

correct option: d

The general formula of a carboxylic acid is R-COOH, where R represents an alkyl or aryl group. The carboxylic acid functional group consists of a carbonyl group (C=O) and a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to the same carbon atom.

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