Benzoic Acids

<p>2-Acetylbenzoic acid is a functional molecule that contains an acetyl group. It can form hydrogen bonds with other molecules and has been shown to induce apoptosis in cells. The reaction products of 2-acetylbenzoic acid are malonic acid, acetylsalicylic acid, and 2-benzoylbenzoic acid. These three compounds are made by the addition of hydrogen or hydroxide to the molecule 2-acetylbenzoic acid. The molecule has two functional groups: a carbonyl group and an acetyl group. The chemical structure of this molecule can be seen in the figure below.<br>2-Acetylbenzoic Acid</p>

<p>o-Sulfobenzoic acid anhydride is a chemical that belongs to the class of inorganic acids. It is a white crystalline solid with a melting point of 107°C and can be found in its pure form or as sodium salts. o-Sulfobenzoic acid anhydride is stable when exposed to light and can be used in detergent compositions. It also has pharmacokinetic properties, which are affected by the presence of cationic polymers. This chemical is metabolized by microorganisms through hydrogen bonding interactions and has been shown to have antimicrobial activity against infectious bacteria, such as erythromycin-resistant strains of Staphylococcus aureus and Mycobacterium tuberculosis.</p>