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Carboxylic Acids
Hook:
This video shows some common uses of the most common carboxylic acid,acetic acid, which is useful for getting students interested in the topic.
Pedagogy:
Once again, explanation of nomenclature (alkane prefix - anoic acid)
Physical properties - soluble in water due to polarity, higher boiling points than water
It is extremely important to note: COOH is NOT C-O-O-H but a carbonyl group bonded to a hydroxyl group
Consolidation:
Have the students write up a question about the lesson for the student next to them to answer, and to submit the question and the given answer once it's been completed.
Once again, explanation of nomenclature (alkane prefix - anoic acid)
Physical properties - soluble in water due to polarity, higher boiling points than water
It is extremely important to note: COOH is NOT C-O-O-H but a carbonyl group bonded to a hydroxyl group
Consolidation:
Have the students write up a question about the lesson for the student next to them to answer, and to submit the question and the given answer once it's been completed.