What are esters? How are they prepared? List two uses of esters.
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Esters are organic compounds (R—COO—R′) formed by a reaction between an alcohol (R′—OH) and an organic acid (R—COOH), i.e. carboxylic acid and usually some catalyst with water as a by product. Esters are used to make. perfumes and soap. They are also used to produce pharmaceutical products, cosmetics, plasticizers and detergents.
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