Chemistry-Reactions of Carboxylic Acids
NEET Chemistry Reactions of Carboxylic Acids MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12
A diagram shows the structure of various carboxylic acids with different substituents. Which of the following acids has the highest acidity based on the effect of the substituents?
A
CF3COOH
B
CCl3COOH
C
BrCH2COOH
D
CH3CH2COOH
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
CF3COOH has the highest acidity as the electronegative CF3 group increases acidity more than the other substituents.
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