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Chemistry - Organic Chemistry - Functional Groups - Carboxylic acids - Carboxylic Acid Reactions
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Chemistry - Organic Chemistry - Functional Groups - Carboxylic acids - Carboxylic Acid Reactions

vivmagarwal
vivmagarwalJan 29, 2026

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Reaction map for ethanoic acid (CH₃COOH). Central molecule with 4 pathways: 1) AS AN ACID: + NaOH → CH₃COONa + H₂O (neutralization). + Na₂CO₃ → CH₃COONa + H₂O + CO₂↑ (fizzes! Distinguishes from alcohols which don't react with carbonates). 2) ESTERIFICATION: + C₂H₅OH (+ H₂SO₄ catalyst, reflux) ⇌ CH₃C

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ChemistryOrganic Chemistry - Functional GroupsClass 12, A Level, Class 12, DP Grade 12, Grade 12

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