#35 - Organic Compounds Part 2

Written By Tom Gordon

Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry - The Companion Audio Guide

Learn about alcohols and carboxylic acids. Alcohols are used as fuels and solvents. They can be oxidized to carboxylic acids, such as ethanoic acid in vinegar. Ethanol is produced industrially from ethene or via fermentation. Carboxylic acids react with metals and carbonates, forming salts.

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