Carboxylic Acids Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is the functional group of carboxylic acids?
A
COOH
2
Q
What products are formed when magnesium reacts with ethanoic acid
(metal reacting with acid)
A
magnesium ethanoate + hydrogen
3
Q
What are the products formed when sodium carbonate reacts with ethanoic acid (carbonates reacting with acids)
A
sodium ethanoate + carbondioxide + water
