Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 14 - Acids and Bases - Exercises - Questions - Page 520: 4

Answer

Organic acids are those acids that are also organic compounds. Meaning, they contain Carbon.

Work Step by Step

These acids are typically weak, as they do not dissociate fully in water. A good example is the carboxylic family of acids. This family includes lactic acid, acetic acid and others.
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