Question

If this compound is mixed with ethanol in the presence of Conc.H₂SO₄ , a sweet
smelling compound is formed. Give the equation and name the compound. (Ethanoic acid is a member of Homologous series with general formula CnH2n+1 COOH.)

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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◆ Compounds -

• Unknown compound is ethanoic acid (acetic acid).
• Sweet compound formed is ethyl ethanoate (ethyl acetate).

● Chemical reaction -

Reaction of ethanol and ethanoic acid in presence of conc.H2SO4 gives ethyl ethanoate and water.

CH3COOH + CH3CH2OH --> CH3COOCH2CH3 + H2O

Main product - Ethyl ethanoate

Byproduct - Water

Type - Esterification reaction

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