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Subject - Organic Chemistry
Carboxylic acids belong to a group of organic acids which contain at least one carboxyl group (COOH). Accordingly, mono-, di-, tri-, and polycarboxylic acids are known.
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Reactions of Carboxylic Acids
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The learning unit describes various reactions of carboxylic acids inclusive of reactions at the carboxyl carbon as well as the α carbon.
Fatty Acids10 min.
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Cannizzaro Reaction20 min.
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Oxidation of Aldehydes to Carboxylic Acids20 min.
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This learning unit shows several methods to oxidize aldehydes to carboxylic acids. The oxidation mechanism, practical setup and biological relevance are explained.
Synthesis of Carboxylic Acids25 min.
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The learning unit decribes various methods of carboxylic acids' syntheses.