Benefits of esterification
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There are various uses of esters.
1. Esters that are have fragrant odours are used as a constituent of perfumes, essential oils, food flavourings, cosmetics, etc
2. Esters are used as an organic solvent
3. Natural esters are found in pheromones
4. Naturally occurring fats and oils are fatty acid esters of glycerol
5. Phospoesters form the backbone of DNA molecules
6. Nitrate esters, such as nitroglycerin, are known for their explosive properties
7. Polyesters are used to make plastics
8. Esters are used to make surfactants E.g. soap, detergents
1. Esters that are have fragrant odours are used as a constituent of perfumes, essential oils, food flavourings, cosmetics, etc
2. Esters are used as an organic solvent
3. Natural esters are found in pheromones
4. Naturally occurring fats and oils are fatty acid esters of glycerol
5. Phospoesters form the backbone of DNA molecules
6. Nitrate esters, such as nitroglycerin, are known for their explosive properties
7. Polyesters are used to make plastics
8. Esters are used to make surfactants E.g. soap, detergents
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