C3 Alcohols 0.0 / 5 ? ChemistryFunctional groups: Alkanes, alcohols, carboxylic acids and estersGCSEAQA Created by: ElmojlrCreated on: 14-06-16 16:54 Functional group of alcohols Alcohol are generally in anrmula -OH group General formula is CnH2n+1OH Covalently bonded 1 of 4 Carboxylic acids General formula = CH2n+1COOH Weak acids that react with alkalis, metals and carbonates. Ethanoic acid is found in vinegar 2 of 4 Ester Have pleasant fruity smells and flavours Used widely in cheap perfumes and flavoured foods Often formed by mixing alcohol with carboxylic acids 3 of 4 Ester Have pleasant fruity smells and flavours Used widely in cheap perfumes and flavoured foods Often formed by mixing alcohol with carboxylic acids 4 of 4
Comments
No comments have yet been made