How does hydrogen bonding affect the properties of carboxylic acids?
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Due to the presence of both a carbonyl (C=O) and a hydroxyl (-OH) group, carboxylic acids exhibit strong hydrogen bonding. This results in:
- High boiling points
- Dimer formation
- Solubility in water
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