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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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Which of the following is NOT a carboxylic acid derivative?
Options
A Acid chloride
B Ester
C Amide
D Aldehyde
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Aldehydes are a separate class of carbonyl compounds, not derivatives of carboxylic acids. Carboxylic acid derivatives have the general structure R-CO-Y where Y is an electronegative atom or leaving group (halide, alkoxy, amine, etc.).

Hint

Think of replacing the OH in RCOOH with another group.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 288 of 1999
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