Methanoate is the anion form of methanoic acid, without the hydrogen attached to the oxygen. Why is the length of the carbon-oxygen bonds in
the methanoate anion, HCO3-, intermediate between the length of the
carbon-oxygen bond in methanol and the length of the carbon-oxygen
bond in methanal?

Ageochemist examines a piece of metal that he found in the soil. he performs tests to identify the metal from its density, electrical conductivity, and melting point. which statement best describes his investigation? a. he is determining physical properties that are sufficient to identify the metal.b. he is determining chemical properties that are sufficient to identify the metal.c. he is determining physical properties that are insufficient to identify the metal.d. he is determining chemical properties that are insufficient to identify the metal.