Question on: SS3 Chemistry - Organic Chemistry: Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids
Which of the following statements best describes the acid-base properties of carboxylic acids?
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A
Carboxylic acids are weak acids that ionise completely in water.
B
Carboxylic acids are strong acids that ionise partially in water.
C
Carboxylic acids are weak acids that do not ionise in water.
D
Carboxylic acids are strong acids that completely dissociate in water.
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Correct Option: A
Carboxylic acids are weak acids, meaning they do not ionise completely in water. Instead, they partially ionise to form carboxylate ions (RCOO-) and release hydrogen ions (H+). The equilibrium lies more towards the reactant side, resulting in partial ionisation and weak acid behaviour.
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