Esters
• The functional group of an ester is –COO- (there is a C=O
bond and a C-O bond; refer to textbook on how the ester functional group looks
like)
Esters are produced
when an organic acid reacts with an alcohol, with a catalyst that is
concentrated sulfuric acid.
Organic acid +
alcohol --> ester + water
Esters
• Esters are neutral compound with a sweet smell.
• Esters are present in fruits.
• Uses of esters
– Artificial flavouring
– Solvents for organic compounds
– Vegetable oils
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