What is the molecular mass (in g/mol) of the gaseous byproduct released when a simple -keto acid und — Aldehydes Ketones and Carboxylic Acids Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

$\beta$ -keto acids undergo thermal decarboxylation, breaking the $C-C$ bond to release carbon dioxide ($CO_2$) gas. The molar mass of $CO_2$ is $12 + (2 \times 16) = 44$ g/mol.