Cambridge AS & A Level Chemistry
18.1Carboxylic acids
Carboxylic acids in Cambridge AS & A Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 18.1.1Recall how carboxylic acids are produced: oxidation, and hydrolysis of nitriles and esters.
- 18.1.2Describe reactions with reactive metals, alkalis and carbonates, esterification and reduction by LiAlH₄.
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Carboxylic acids: preparation and reactions
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Turn Carboxylic acids into a strength.
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