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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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