Derivatives of which aromatic carboxylic acid have been used as analgesics, antipyretics, and anti-inflammatory agents?
B) benzoic acid
C) salicylic acid
D) naphthenic acid
E) anthranilic acid

Question

Derivatives of which aromatic carboxylic acid have been used as analgesics, antipyretics, and anti-inflammatory agents? 
B) benzoic acid 
C) salicylic acid 
D) naphthenic acid 
E) anthranilic acid

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The derivatives of salicylic acid, such as aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid), have been used as analgesics, antipyretics, and anti-inflammatory agents.

Derivatives of Which Aromatic Carboxylic Acid Have Been Used as Analgesics