Which organic functional group is present in carboxylic acids?
A
Hydroxyl group
B
Carboxyl group COOH
C
Carbonyl group
D
Amino group
Correct Answer: Option B — Carboxyl group COOH
Explanation:
The carboxyl group COOH is the functional group present in all carboxylic acids and is responsible for their acidic properties as it can don...
The carboxyl group COOH is the functional group present in all carboxylic acids and is responsible for their acidic properties as it can donate a proton to a base.