Which Equation Correctly Represents the Dissociation of a Carboxylic Acid

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which equation correctly represents the dissociation of a carboxylic acid in water?

• A)CH₃COOH + H₂O CH₃CHCOOH₂⁺ + OH^-
• B)CH₃COOH CH₃COO^- + H⁺
• C)CH₃COOH + H₂O CH₃COO^- + H₃O⁺
• D)CH₃COOH + H₃O⁺ CH₃COOH₂⁺ + H₂O
• E)CH₃COOH + 2 H₂O CH₃COO^2- + 2 H₃O⁺

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