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Which reaction is characteristic of carboxylic acids? (2021)
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Which reaction is characteristic of carboxylic acids? (2021)
Esterification
Hydrogenation
Halogenation
Dehydration
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Which reaction is characteristic of carboxylic acids? (2021)
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Step 1: Understand what carboxylic acids are. They are organic compounds that contain a carboxyl group (-COOH).
Step 2: Learn about the reaction called esterification. This is a process where a carboxylic acid reacts with an alcohol.
Step 3: Identify the products of esterification. When a carboxylic acid and an alcohol react, they form an ester and water.
Step 4: Recognize that esterification is a key reaction for carboxylic acids, making it a characteristic reaction.
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