Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (13th Edition)

13th Edition

ISBN: 9780134421353

Author: Karen C. Timberlake

Publisher: PEARSON

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Chapter 14.1, Problem 14.1PP

What carboxylic acid is responsible for the pain of an ant sting?

Definition Definition Class of organic compounds that contain a carboxyl group ( - COOH ) and has a general formula R - COOH or R - CO 2 H , where R refers to the alkyl, alkenyl, aryl, or other groups. They can undergo different chemical reactions, such as acid-base reactions, esterification, and oxidation. These are essential components of living organisms, playing important roles in metabolic processes, signaling, and as pharmaceuticals.

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Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (13th Edition)

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