The flavour of orange is due to the presence of _ ester.
Correct answer: B. Octyl Acetate
- A. Benzyl Acetate
- B. Octyl Acetate
- C. Amyl Butyrate
- D. Ethyl Butyrate
Explanation
Reason: Benzyl acetate smells flowery, Amyl butyrate smells like apricot and ethyl butyrate smells like pineapple. Octyl acetate smells like oranges, therefore, B is 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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