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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