Chemistry Alkanoic Acids ALKANOIC ACIDS: It is a family of homologous series with the molecular formula of CnH2n+1 COOH (from ethanoic acid to higher members) and a functional group of COOH. It is also termed carboxylic acid. ← Previous Uses of Ethanol Next → Classification of Alkanoic Acids Leave a comment Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment.