The relevant chemical equations for esterification and saponification
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A process in which an alcohol and a carboxylic acid react in the presence of conc. ... Saponification: A process in which an ester reacts with sodium hydroxide to form sodium salt of an acid and alcohol. An ester reacts in the presence of an acid or a base to give back the alcohol and carboxylic acid.
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