NEET Chemistry Reactions of Carboxylic Acids MCQ Question
Consider a diagram showing a carboxylic acid molecule with a highlighted carboxyl group. Which feature correctly describes the structure of the carboxyl group in carboxylic acids?
The bonds to the carboxyl carbon lie in one plane and are separated by about 120°.
The carboxyl carbon is more electrophilic than the carbonyl carbon.
The carboxyl group has a pyramidal shape due to sp3 hybridization.
The carboxyl group has a linear structure due to sp hybridization.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Carboxylic acids have a planar structure where the bonds to the carboxyl carbon lie in one plane, separated by about 120°, as per the NCERT text.
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