Carboxylic Acids Question 28
Question: Carboxylic acids are more acidic than phenol and alcohol because of
[Tamil Nadu CET 2001]
Options:
A) Intermolecular hydrogen bonding
B) Formation of dimers
C) Highly acidic hydrogen
D) Resonance stabilization of their conjugate base
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Resonance stabilization of their conjugate base i.e., carboxylate ion.