Organic Acids
Alkanes -C-C- Alkenes -C=C- Alkynes -CΞC-
Alcohols -C- OH
Carboxylic Acids
Some famous acids - COOH Carboxyl Group
Lactic Acid
Formic Acid
Acetic Acid (vinegar)
Amino Acids (protein)
Fatty Acid
Stearic Acid
Citric Acid
Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA)
Naming: …….. “oic acid” ending HCOOH CH 3 COOH_________________
Think: As the alkyl chain increases, describe how it affects: the solubility the boiling points How do the properties differ between alcohol molecules of the same length? Eg. Ethanol vs. ethanoic acid