NEET Chemistry Reactions of Carboxylic Acids MCQ Question
Which of the following groups increases the acidity of carboxylic acids due to their direct attachment to the carboxyl group?
Phenyl group
Methyl group
Ethyl group
Allyl group
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The direct attachment of groups such as phenyl to the carboxylic acid increases the acidity of the corresponding carboxylic acid, contrary to the decrease expected due to resonance effects.
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