Textbook Question
Give systematic names for the following carboxylic acid salts:
c.
Ch.17 Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives
McMurry8th EditionFundamentals of GOBISBN: 9780134015187
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Table of contents
- Ch.1 Matter and Measurements27
- Ch.2 Atoms and the Periodic Table20
- Ch.3 Ionic Compounds8
- Ch.4 Molecular Compounds23
- Ch.5 Classification & Balancing of Chemical Reactions12
- Ch.6 Chemical Reactions: Mole and Mass Relationships28
- Ch.7 Chemical Reactions: Energy, Rate and Equilibrium64
- Ch.8 Gases, Liquids and Solids24
- Ch.9 Solutions52
- Ch.10 Acids and Bases25
- Ch.11 Nuclear Chemistry22
- Ch.12 Introduction to Organic Chemistry: Alkanes57
- Ch.13 Alkenes, Alkynes, and Aromatic Compounds47
- Ch.14 Some Compounds with Oxygen, Sulfur, or a Halogen50
- Ch.15 Aldehydes and Ketones45
- Ch.16 Amines42
- Ch.17 Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives57
- Ch.18 Amino Acids and Proteins82
- Ch.19 Enzymes and Vitamins63
- Ch.20 Carbohydrates44
- Ch.21 The Generation of Biochemical Energy65
- Ch.22 Carbohydrate Metabolism45
- Ch.23 Lipids42
- Ch.24 Lipid Metabolism33
- Ch.25 Protein and Amino Acid Metabolism24
- Ch.26 Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis45
Chapter 17, Problem 42d
Give systematic names for the following carboxylic acids:
d. 
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Identify the parent chain: Locate the longest continuous carbon chain that includes the carboxylic acid group (-COOH). The carboxylic acid group will always be at position 1, so no numbering is needed for its position.
Determine the root name: The root name is based on the number of carbons in the parent chain. Use the appropriate alkane name (e.g., methane, ethane, propane) and replace the '-e' ending with '-oic acid' to indicate the presence of the carboxylic acid group.
Identify and name substituents: Look for any alkyl or other substituent groups attached to the parent chain. Assign numbers to the substituents based on their position on the chain, starting from the carboxylic acid carbon as position 1.
Combine the substituent names and parent chain name: Write the substituents in alphabetical order, followed by the parent chain name with the '-oic acid' suffix. Use hyphens to separate numbers from words and commas to separate multiple numbers.
Double-check for special cases: If the compound contains additional functional groups or multiple carboxylic acid groups, adjust the naming accordingly (e.g., use 'dicarboxylic acid' for two -COOH groups).
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Carboxylic Acids
Carboxylic acids are organic compounds characterized by the presence of one or more carboxyl groups (-COOH). They are known for their acidic properties due to the ability of the carboxyl group to donate a proton (H+). Common examples include acetic acid and citric acid, which are widely used in food and industry.
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Systematic Naming
Systematic naming, or IUPAC nomenclature, is a standardized method for naming chemical compounds. For carboxylic acids, the name is derived from the longest carbon chain containing the carboxyl group, with the suffix '-oic acid' added. This systematic approach ensures that each compound has a unique and descriptive name based on its structure.
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Functional Groups
Functional groups are specific groups of atoms within molecules that are responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of those molecules. In carboxylic acids, the carboxyl group (-COOH) is the functional group that defines their properties and reactivity. Understanding functional groups is essential for predicting the behavior of organic compounds in chemical reactions.
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Textbook Question
Give systematic names for the following carboxylic acid salts:
a.