Question 49
Alkanoic Acids and EstersAlkanol + Alkanoic acid ⇌ Ester + Water
The reverse reaction of the equation above is known as
- A.hydrolysis
- B.saponification
- C.hydration
- D.fermentation
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (hydrolysis)
Explanation
The reverse of esterification is the breaking of an ester by water into the acid and alkanol, which is hydrolysis.