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The general formula of C(n)H(2n)O(2) cou...

The general formula of `C_(n)H_(2n)O_(2)` could be for open chain

A

diketones

B

carboxylic acids

C

diols

D

Dialdehydes.

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B
Carboxylic acid is represented by the general formula `C_(n)H_(2n)O_(2)`. e.g. Acetic acid `(C_(2)H_(4)O_(2))`.
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