Which of the following is a strong carboxylic acid?

Practice Questions

Q1
Which of the following is a strong carboxylic acid?
  1. Formic acid
  2. Acetic acid
  3. Propanoic acid
  4. Butyric acid

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following is a strong carboxylic acid?
  • Step 1: Understand what a carboxylic acid is. It is an organic compound that contains a carboxyl group (-COOH).
  • Step 2: Know that carboxylic acids can vary in strength. Some are stronger than others based on their ability to donate a proton (H+).
  • Step 3: Identify the carboxylic acids listed in the question. Look for their names and structures.
  • Step 4: Compare the strength of the acids. Stronger acids have a greater tendency to lose a proton.
  • Step 5: Determine that formic acid (HCOOH) is stronger than the other acids listed because it has a higher acidity.
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