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Name the product formed when an ester react with a base. what is the name assigned to this type of reaction. name the gas evolved when this compound

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Answered by mekkamariagracemekka
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Answer:

C2H5OH + CH3COONa

Name of reaction -Saponification reaction

Explanation:

CH2COOC2H5 +NaOH ➡C2H5OH + CH3COONa

On treating with NaOH, an ester is converted back into an alcohol and Na salt of carboxylic acid.The reaction is known as saponification reactio as it is used in the preparation of soap.

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