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The iupac name for a carboxylic acid with two carbons in a straight chain would be _____.

a. methacarboxylic acid
b. dimethylmethanoic acid
c. ethanoic acid
d. ethanalic acid

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User Xilliam
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I believe the correct answer is C. The IUPACname for a carboxylic acid with two carbons in a straight chain would be ethanoic acid. It has a chemical formula of CH3COOH and is known as acetic acid. Also, it is commonly called as vinegar. It has antifungal and antibacterial properties.
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