Carboxylic acids

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012947",
  "term": "Carboxylic acids",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Organic compounds characterized by a carboxyl group, which consists of a carbonyl group (C=O) and a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to the same carbon atom. This functional group imparts acidic properties to the molecule, allowing it to donate a proton. They are widely found in nature, such as acetic acid in vinegar and citric acid in fruits.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "oxoacids",
    "systematic name"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1995, 67, 1307. 'Glossary of class names of organic compounds and reactivity intermediates based on structure (IUPAC Recommendations 1995)' on page 1326 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199567081307)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/carboxylic-acids/"
}