CHEMISTRY: AN INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL, O

13th Edition

ISBN: 9780137444298

Author: Timberlake

Publisher: PEARSON

See similar textbooks

Concept explainers

Lipids

The heterogeneous classes of organic compounds that are not water-soluble but are dissolved in organic solvents that are non-polar in nature are termed lipids. They are a long chain of fatty acids and esters of alcohols. Lipids are generally seen in seve…

Glycerophospholipid

Glycerophospholipid is the most abundantly occuring phospholipids found in the biological membranes. Lipids include a group of organic compounds like fats, hormones, oils, waxes, vitamins etc. They are non-polar molecules and are insoluble in water. Lipi…

Structure Of Camphor

A terpene with the molecular formula of C10H16O is a waxy, white color solid known as camphor. It is flammable. It also possesses a very pungent taste and a strong odor. There are various sources for extracting camphor from natural products such as the …

Glycolipid In Organic Chemistry

Glycolipids are lipids that are an important class of organic compounds in chemistry that have simple to complex applications. They contain carbohydrates, fatty acids, sphingolipids or a glycerol group. In other words, they are the modifications of lipid…

Diterpenoid

The terpenoid class includes diterpenoids, which are chemical compounds with 20 carbon atoms. They are made up of four isoprene units and are derived from geranylgeraniol, a C20 precursor. They have a C20H32 basic structure. These characteristics disting…

Videos

Textbook Question

Chapter 14, Problem 14.51UTC

The ester methyl butanoate has the odor and flavor of strawberries. (14.3, 14.4)

a. Draw the condensed structural formula for methyl butanoate.
b. Write the IUPAC name for the carboxylic acid and the alcohol used to prepare methyl butanoate.
c. Write the balanced chemical equation for the acid hydrolysis of methyl butanoate.

Chapter 14, Problem 14.51UTC, The ester methyl butanoate has the odor and flavor of strawberries. (14.3, 14.4) a. Draw the

Definition Definition Class of organic compounds that contain a carboxyl group ( - COOH ) and has a general formula R - COOH or R - CO 2 H , where R refers to the alkyl, alkenyl, aryl, or other groups. They can undergo different chemical reactions, such as acid-base reactions, esterification, and oxidation. These are essential components of living organisms, playing important roles in metabolic processes, signaling, and as pharmaceuticals.

Expert Solution & Answer

Want to see the full answer?

Check out a sample textbook solution

See solution

Chapter 14, Problem 14.50UTC

Chapter 14, Problem 14.52UTC

Students have asked these similar questions

Don't used Ai solution

Please correct answer and don't used hand raiting

Chapter 14 Solutions

CHEMISTRY: AN INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL, O

Ch. 14.1 - What carboxylic acid is responsible for the pain...Ch. 14.1 - What carboxylic acid is found in vinegar?Ch. 14.1 - Prob. 14.3PP Ch. 14.1 - Prob. 14.4PP Ch. 14.1 - Draw the condensed structural formulas for a and b...Ch. 14.1 - Draw the condensed structural formulas for a and b...Ch. 14.2 - Identify the compound in each group that is most...Ch. 14.2 - Prob. 14.8PP Ch. 14.2 - Prob. 14.9PP Ch. 14.2 - Prob. 14.10PP

Knowledge Booster

Learn more about

Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, chemistry and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.