Question on: SS3 Chemistry - Organic Chemistry: Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids

What is the product of the reaction between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid in the presence of an acid catalyst?

 

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A

Ester

 

B

Amide

 

C

Anhydride

 

D

Alkene

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Correct Option: A

The reaction between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid in the presence of an acid catalyst forms an ester.

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