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Define carboxylic acid |
| Answer» Carboxylic acid is a class of organic compounds that are characterized by the presence of carboxyl group (-COOH) in them. The general formula for carboxylic acids is R – COOH where R refers to the rest of the molecule. Acidity of carboxylic acids is generally higher compared to simple phenols as they react with weak bases like carbonates and bicarbonates to liberate carbon dioxide gas. | |