Question

Q. what is esterification reaction. ​

Answer 1

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The reaction between Acid and an Alcohol to produce ester as the product is called Esterification reaction. During this reaction a molecule of water is eliminated. Ex: CH₃COOH + C₂H₅OH →CH₃COOC₂H₅ + H₂O. In the above reaction Ethanoic acid reacted Ethyl alcohol to form an ester Ethyl Acetate and water molecule.

Answer 2

Answer:

When primary alcohol is treated with a carboxylic acid in the presence of sulphuric acid a compound is formed. This compound has a sweet smell. The compound obtained is called ester. The chemical reaction occurring in the formation of the ester is known as an esterification reaction.

CH3COOH + CH3CH2COOH → CH3COOCH2CH3