Question

Aryl and alkyl esters on reaction with sulphuric acid is

Answer 1

Formation of Esters (Esterification) Warming carboxylic acids with alcohols in the presence of a concentrated sulphuric acid or dry hydrochloric acid produces esters having a fruity smell. In this reactionconcentrated sulphuric acid act as the dehydrating agent. The reaction is an example of an equilibrium reaction.

Answer 2

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Esters are produced when carboxylic acids are heated with alcohols in the presence of an acid catalyst. The catalyst is usually concentrated sulphuric acid. Dry hydrogen chloride gas is used in some cases, but these tend to involve aromatic esters (ones containing a benzene ring).