Carboxylic acids (Edexcel GCSE Chemistry): Flashcards

Carboxyl group (–COOH)

Replace -e/-ol with -oic acid

$C_{n-1}H_{2n-1}COOH$

HCOOH

$C=O$ (double bond) + $-OH$ (hydroxyl)

Oxidising alcohols

Potassium dichromate

$CH_3COOH$

Vinegar

Hydrogen ions ($H^+$)

Weak acids

Soluble in water