At Physiological PH, Which Statement About the Following Reaction Is

question 14

Multiple Choice

At physiological pH, which statement about the following reaction is TRUE?

• A) Equilibrium favors the reactants.
• B) The reaction does not occur at all.
• C) Equilibrium favors the products.
• D) Different products form.
• E) The carboxylic acid acts as a base.

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