Carboxylic acid react with alcohol to form
Correct answer: A. Ester
- A. Ester
- B. Aldehyde
- C. Ketone
- D. Alkyl halide
Explanation
When a carboxylic acid reacts with an alcohol, it undergoes an esterification reaction. This reaction is a condensation reaction in which the carboxylic acid reacts with the alcohol, resulting in the formation of an ester and water. The reaction is typically catalyzed by an acid, such as sulfuric acid or hydrochloric acid.The esterification reaction involves the replacement of the hydroxyl group (-OH) of the carboxylic acid with an alkyl group (-OR) from the alcohol. The general reaction can be represented as follows: Carboxylic Acid + Alcohol ⟶ Ester + Water
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