Question

what happens when ethanoic acid is treated with ethanol? Give the balanced equation for the same. ​

Answer 1

ESTERIFICATION: When ethanol reacts with acetic acid in the presence of an acid catalyst, a fruity and sweet smelling liquid called Ester is formed.

CH3COOH + CH3CH2OH ------(cont. H2SO4) -----》 CH3-COO-CH2CH3 (ESTER)

**Here H2SO4 acts as dehydrating agent that is it removes water formed otherwise ester formed will get converted into an acid**

Answer 2

Answer:

CH3-COOH+CH3CH2OH.......

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