Ácidos Carboxílicos Quiz

What are the physical properties of carboxylic acids?

• Nonpolar, lower boiling points, insoluble in water

• Nonpolar, lower boiling points, soluble in water

• Nonpolar, higher boiling points, insoluble in water

• Polar, higher boiling points, soluble in water

Which of the following is a common use of carboxylic acids?

• Ingredients in personal care products

• Preservatives in food and beverages

• Fuel for cars

• Cleaning agents for household surfaces

What is the general formula of carboxylic acids?

• R-CO2H

• R-COH

• R-CO2

• R-COOH

What is the boiling point range of carboxylic acids?

• 0-50 degrees Celsius

• 300-400 degrees Celsius

• 50-100 degrees Celsius

• 100-200 degrees Celsius

Which carboxylic acid is responsible for the sour taste in vinegar?

• acetic acid

• formic acid

• lactic acid

• citric acid

What is the main functional group present in carboxylic acids?

• carboxyl group

• carbonyl group

• hydroxyl group

• amino group

What is the chemical formula of acetic acid?

• C6H12O6

• NaCl

• H2SO4

• CH3COOH

What is the pungent smell associated with carboxylic acids?

• Hydroxyl group

• Carboxyl group

• Aldehyde group

• Amino group

Which carboxylic acid is commonly used in the production of soaps and detergents?

• formic acid

• citric acid

• acetic acid

• fatty acid

What is the IUPAC name of formic acid?

• methanoic acid

• propanoic acid

• ethanoic acid

• acetic acid