How do carboxylic acids and esters differ in odor?
Check all that apply.
Esters smell sweeter, often fruity.
Carboxylic acids have often not very pleasant smelling.
Carboxylic acids smell sweeter, often fruity.
Esters have often not very pleasant smelling.
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I would choose a and b
To determine how carboxylic acids and esters differ in odor, we need to consider their chemical structures and functional groups.
1. Esters smell sweeter, often fruity: This statement is true. Esters typically have a pleasant and sweet smell. Many esters are used as flavorings and fragrances in various products because of their fruity aroma.
2. Carboxylic acids have often not very pleasant smelling: This statement is also true. Carboxylic acids often have strong and pungent odors, which are not usually considered pleasant. Some carboxylic acids, such as acetic acid (vinegar), have recognizable odor but are not as unpleasant as some others.
Based on these explanations, the correct answers are:
- Esters smell sweeter, often fruity.
- Carboxylic acids have often not very pleasant smelling.