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C11: Alcohols, Carboxylic Acids and Esters

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Total cards: 10•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026

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#1
Front (Question)

Alcohols Functional Group

Back (Answer)

-O-H

#2
Front (Question)

Carboxylic Acid Functional Group

Back (Answer)

-C=O-O-H

#3
Front (Question)

Ester Functional Group

Back (Answer)

-C=O-O (CH)

#4
Front (Question)

Ethanol + Oxygen =

Back (Answer)

Carbon Dioxide + Water

#5
Front (Question)

What happens when sodium reacts with alcohols?

Back (Answer)

> The reaction is similar to that of water, but less vigorous. In ethanol the solution formed is sodium ethoxide. Emits hydrogen.

#6
Front (Question)

Ethanol + Oxygen atoms from an oxidising agent =

Back (Answer)

Ethanoic acid + Water

#7
Front (Question)

Difference between strong and weak acids.

Back (Answer)

Strong acids ionise completely in water. Strong acids therefore have a higher concentration of H+ ions in their solution.

#8
Front (Question)

What 3 things are needed to make an ester?

Back (Answer)

> Alcohol Carboxylic Acid A strong acid catalyst.

#9
Front (Question)

Carboxylic Acid + Alcohol =

Back (Answer)

Ester + Water

#10
Front (Question)

Properties of esters

Back (Answer)

> Volatile Smell distinctive Used in perfumes and food flavourings.