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ChemistryOrganic Chemistry - Some Basic Principles and TechniquesMHT CET

Which of the following is more acidic in nature?

Answer: (C)

Solution

Alkyl groups (+I effect) destabilise the carboxylate ion and reduce acidity, whereas formic acid has no alkyl

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