ethanoic acid reacts with absolute ethanol in presence of acid catalysed to produce on:
a) acid
B) ester
c)aldehyde
d) ketone
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The correct option is (b)ester.
When an alcohol reacts with a carboxylic acid,a sweet smelling substance known as ester is produced.
•This reaction is known as esterification.
•Uses of esters:
Used in perfumes, deodorants etc
Used as a solvent
Used in paints, varnishes and cosmetics
For production of butyl acetate and similar compounds.
Example,
Ethanol:C2H5OH
Ethanoic acid:CH3COOH
Reaction:
CH3COOH + C2H5OH======>CH3COOC2H5 + H20
The products are ethyl acetate and water
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