Question

Method of preparation of carboxylic acid

Answer 1

Method of preparation of carboxylic acid.

1. The carboxylic acid formation is possible by Grignard reagents reaction.
2. The reaction of Grignard reagents with crushed dry ice or solid carbon dioxide leads to the formation of salts of carboxylic acids.
3. The preparation techniques help in the conversion of alkyl halides into the respective carboxylic acids.