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Question 25 - Past Year - 3 Mark Questions - Chapter 4 Class 10 - Carbon and its Compounds

Last updated at Dec. 13, 2024 by Teachoo

The structural formula of an ester is:

Write the structural formula of the acid and the alcohol from which it might be prepared. Name the process of formation of ester.

 

Answer

The given compound i.e. CH 3 COOC 4 H 9 is an ester and can be prepared by reaction of acetic acid with butanol . The reaction that takes place is given below

The process of formation of ester is known as esterification.

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