Which of these molecules are carboxylic acids? check all that apply?

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asked Apr 11, 2019 160k views

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Traxo · Answer 1 · 2019-04-16T06:00:34+0000

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Answer :

The correct option is, E.

Explanation :

Carboxylic acid is a functional group in which the the
-COOH group is directly attached to the end of alkyl group of carbon.

The general formula of carboxylic acid is,
R-COOH

Aldehyde is a functional group in which the the
-CHO group is directly attached to the end of alkyl group of carbon.

The general formula of aldehyde is,
R-CHO

Alcohol is a functional group in which the the
-OH group is directly attached to the end of alkyl group of carbon.

The general formula of alcohol is,
R-OH

Hence, the correct option is, E.