NEET Chemistry Reactions of Carboxylic Acids MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about the reactions of carboxylic acids is correct?
Carboxylic acids can be converted to esters through a condensation reaction with alcohols.
Carboxylic acids cannot undergo nucleophilic addition reactions due to their carbonyl group.
The lower members of carboxylic acids are insoluble in water due to their large hydrophobic chains.
Carboxylic acids react with bases to form salts and release carbon dioxide gas.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Carboxylic acids can indeed be converted to esters through a condensation reaction with alcohols, which is a fundamental reaction of carboxylic acids. The lower members are more soluble in water due to their ability to form hydrogen bonds, contradicting option C.
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