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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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What is the product of the reaction of a carboxylic acid with PBr3?
Options
A Acid chloride
B Acid bromide (RCOBr)
Correct Answer
C Aldehyde
D Alcohol
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

PBr3 converts carboxylic acids to acid bromides (RCOBr). The mechanism is similar to that with SOCl2.

Hint

Bromine replaces OH.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 292 of 1999
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