Which of the following reactions represents the... - SS2 Chemistry Organic Chemistry III: Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids Question
Which of the following reactions represents the esterification of acetic acid (CH3COOH) with ethanol (CH3CH2OH)?
A
CH3COOH + CH3CH2OH → CH3COOCH2CH3 + H2O
B
CH3COOH + CH3CH2OH → CH3CH2COOH + H2O
C
CH3COOCH2CH3 + H2O → CH3COOH + CH3CH2OH
D
CH3CH2COOH + H2O → CH3COOCH2CH3 + H2O
correct option: a
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