Consider the Structure of Acetic Acid Shown Below

question 16

Multiple Choice

Consider the structure of acetic acid shown below. In the electrostatic potential map of acetic acid, in which of the following bonds would the terminal atom appear as the deepest shade of red?

• A) C=O
• B) C-H
• C) C-C
• D) O-H

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Definitions:

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