Reverse of esterification is known as:
Correct answer: C. Hydrolysis
- A. Trans esterification
- B. Dehydration
- C. Hydrolysis
- D. Decarboxylation
Explanation
Hydrolysis is the chemical process in which a molecule is broken down by the addition of water. In the case of esters, hydrolysis breaks the ester bond, producing an alcohol and a carboxylic acid. This is the reverse of esterification, so it's correct.
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Carboxylic acids are named and studied through the combined effects of the carbonyl and hydroxyl groups, their preparation, acidity and hydrogen bonding. Reactions include neutralisation, esterification, reduction and conversion into acid chlorides, anhydrides, esters and amides, with emphasis on how these derivatives interconvert.
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