Esters are produced by a process which can be characterized as a.a condensation reaction. b.a hydrolysis reaction. c.the reaction of alcohols with carboxylic acids. d.both a hydrolysis reaction and the reaction of alcohols with carboxylic acids. e.both a condensation reaction and the reaction of alcohols with carboxylic acids.

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Chapter20: Organic Chemistry

Section20.3: Introduction To Functional Groups And Alcohols

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Esters are produced by a process which can be characterized as

	a.	a condensation reaction.
	b.	a hydrolysis reaction.
	c.	the reaction of alcohols with carboxylic acids.
	d.	both a hydrolysis reaction and the reaction of alcohols with carboxylic acids.
	e.	both a condensation reaction and the reaction of alcohols with carboxylic acids.

Definition Definition Class of organic compounds that contain a carboxyl group ( - COOH ) and has a general formula R - COOH or R - CO 2 H , where R refers to the alkyl, alkenyl, aryl, or other groups. They can undergo different chemical reactions, such as acid-base reactions, esterification, and oxidation. These are essential components of living organisms, playing important roles in metabolic processes, signaling, and as pharmaceuticals.

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