Distinguish between esterification and saponification reaction with the help of the chemical equations for each. State one use of each (i) esters, and (ii) saponification process
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esterification:- the reaction between ethanol and ethanoic acid to give an ester ( ethyl ethanoate) and water.it is used in perfumes
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saponification:- when ester react with base to give back ethanol and sodium ethanoate . it is used in making soap
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