Question 43
Alkanoic Acids and EstersAlkanoates are formed by the reaction of alkanoic acids with
- A.Alkyl halides
- B.alkanols
- C.ethers
- D.sodium
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Answer: B (alkanols)
Explanation
Alkanoic acids react with alkanols (esterification) to form alkyl alkanoates (esters) and water.