The given diagram represent an experiment in which a test tube contains 1 ml of ethanol (absolute alcohol) and 1 ml glacial acetic acid along with a few drops of concentrated H₂SO₄ . Observe the diagram and answer the following questions.
(a) Name the type of reaction takes place in this experiment.
(b) Write the chemical equation.
(c) Why this reaction is also known as saponification reaction?
(d) Give two applications of the resulting product.
Answers
Answered by
2
Esterification
Explanation:
The diagram is missing in the question. Please see the attached picture for the diagram.
a) The reaction is called Esterification reaction.
b) C2H5OH + CH3COOH --> CH3COOC2H5 + H2O (in the presence of conc. H2SO4)
c) The alkaline hydrolysis of esters is sometimes known as saponification. So this reaction is also called saponification.
d) The resulting products are used in perfumes and flavouring agents due to their fragrance.
Attachments:
Similar questions