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When ethanol reacts with ethanoic acid in the presence of conc. H2SO4 in substance with fruity smell is produced

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Answered by prachi2910
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Answered by Anonymous
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Hey Friend,

Process -
Esterification - Condensation of an alcohol with an acid. 

Reaction -
CH3COOH + C2H5OH ---> CH3-COO-C2H5 + H2O
Ethanoic acid + ethanol ---> ethyl ethanoate + water

Catalyst - Concentrated H2SO4 or dry HCl gas.

Explanation -
Ethyl ethanoate is an ester. And esters have fruity smell. This serves as a test for acetic acid!

Hope it helps!
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