Which of the following is a straight-chain alkyl carboxylic acid with the…
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Which of the following is a straight-chain alkyl carboxylic acid with the chemical formula CH3CH2CH2CO2H?
- A.
Methanoic acid
- B.
Propionic acid
- C.
Ethanoic acid
- D.
Butyric acid
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Correct answer: D
CH3CH2CH2CO2H has a straight chain of four carbon atoms and is the carboxylic acid known as butyric acid.