Which one of the following compounds act as a catalyst when alcohols react with carboxylic acids.
Correct answer: D. Conc. H2SO4
- A. Pt
- B. Conc. HNO3
- C. Ni
- D. Conc. H2SO4
Explanation
When a carboxylic acid is treated with an alcohol and an acid catalyst (Conc H2SO4), an ester is formed (along with water).
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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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