NEET Chemistry Reactions of Carboxylic Acids MCQ Question
In the reaction diagram of a carboxylic acid, the carboxyl group is shown. Which two functional groups are combined to form the carboxyl group?

Carbonyl and hydroxyl
Aldehyde and ether
Alcohol and alkene
Ketone and amine
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The carboxyl group in carboxylic acids consists of a carbonyl group attached to a hydroxyl group, as indicated in the NCERT text.
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