name the type of compound formed by the reaction of an organic acid and an alcohol. Write the chemical equation for the reaction involved
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The chemical name for this process is known as esterification. For example, when acetic acid reacts with ethanol in the presence of sulphuric acid as a catalyst, itforms an ester called ethyl acetate.
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Type of compound formed by the reaction of an organic acid and an alcohol is ester. The chemical equation for the reaction involved
Explanation:
- When an organic acid reacts with alcohol, then ester will be formed.
Organic acid + alcohol ---------------------> Ester +
- This reaction is known as esterification reaction. Example: When acetic acid reacts with ethanol, then ethyl ethanoate is formed.
- These and other volatile esters with characteristic odours are used in synthetic flavours, perfumes, and cosmetics.
- Certain volatile esters are used as solvents for lacquers, paints, and varnishes; for this purpose, large quantities of ethyl acetate and butyl acetate are commercially produced.
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