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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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The reaction of a carboxylic acid with diazomethane (CH2N2) produces:
Options
A Methyl ester
Correct Answer
B Amide
C Anhydride
D Alcohol
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

RCOOH + CH2N2 → RCOOCH3 + N2. Diazomethane is a mild methylating agent for carboxylic acids, giving methyl esters.

Hint

Methylation with nitrogen gas evolution.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 339 of 1999
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