Which of the Following Types of Compounds Is a Good

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of compounds is a good candidate for decarboxylation?

• A)carboxylic acid
• B)ketone
• C)b-keto carboxylic acid
• D)a-keto carboxylic acid

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Definitions:

Cu

The chemical symbol for copper, a red-orange metal known for its high thermal and electrical conductivity.

HCl

Hydrochloric acid, a diatomic molecule, consisting of a hydrogen atom and a chlorine atom connected by a polar covalent bond.

Limiting Reactant

The reactant that is totally consumed in a chemical reaction, limiting the amount of product that can be formed.

HCl

Hydrochloric acid, a strong, corrosive acid consisting of hydrogen and chlorine.