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Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What is the basic structure of a carboxyl group?
💡 Hint: Think about the components that make it acidic.
Question 2
Easy
Describe the hybridization of the carboxyl carbon.
💡 Hint: Consider the geometry and bond angles.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the hybridization of the carbon in the carboxyl group?
- sp
- sp²
- sp³
💡 Hint: Consider the geometry of the bond arrangement.
Question 2
True or False: The carboxyl carbon is more electrophilic than the carbonyl carbon in ketones.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about the resonance structures.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Derive the resonance structures for the carboxylate ion formed when acetic acid loses a hydrogen ion. Explain how resonance contributes to its stability.
💡 Hint: Draw the structures and label the charges.
Question 2
Explain how the properties of the carboxyl group make it suitable for use in biological molecules. Cite examples such as amino acids or fatty acids.
💡 Hint: Consider functional roles in macromolecules.
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