Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation
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Chapter 20, Problem 139AP
Interpretation Introduction
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The synthesis of carboxylic acids should be explained.
An example of organic
Concept Introduction:
Carboxylic acids are a class of organic compounds in which there is carboxylic acid group which consists of carbonyl group and hydroxyl group.
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Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation
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