Question

CH3 CH2 OH + CH3 COOH= CH3 COOC2H5+H2O

Answer 1

Answer:

This is called esterification reaction as it results in the formation of ester.

Esters are sweet smelling substances widely used in perfumes, essences etc.

Answer 2

Answer:

This is an esterification reaction.

Explanation:

As we know that, when alcohol reacts with carboxylic acid it produces ester and water as a product. Esters are sweet and frutish smell. It is used for making perfumes.