Which of the following are carboxylic acids:
C2H4O2, C2H4O, C2H6O, C3H6O2?
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C2H4O2
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Carboxylic acids (C2H4O2)
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A carboxylic acid is an organic compound that contains a carboxyl group (C(=O)OH). The general formula of a carboxylic acid is R–COOH, where R refers to the alkyl group. Carboxylic acids occur widely. Most commonly known carboxylic acid is acetic acid. It's chemical formula is CH3COOH. Acetic acid is also known as ethanoic acid or methanecarboxylic acid. It a colorless liquid with a strong and distinct pungent and sour smell.
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