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Hydrolysis is a chemical reaction that involves... - SS2 Chemistry Organic Chemistry III: Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids Question

Hydrolysis is a chemical reaction that involves the cleavage of a compound by water. Which of the following statements about hydrolysis is correct?

 

A

Hydrolysis is the reaction of an ester with water to form an alcohol and a carboxylic acid.

 

B

Hydrolysis is the reaction of an alcohol with a carboxylic acid to form an ester and water.

 

C

Hydrolysis is the reaction of a carboxylic acid with water to form an ester and an alcohol.

 

D

Hydrolysis is the reaction of a compound with water to break it down into its constituent parts.

correct option: d
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