Which Functional Group Acts as an Acid When Placed in Solution

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which functional group acts as an acid when placed in solution?

• A) -OH
• B) -NH₂
• C) -SH
• D) -COOH
• E) -PO₄ The carboxyl group is found in amino acids and will donate a hydrogen ion to a solution resulting in the functional groups becoming -COO^- and increasing the acidity of the solution.

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