Distinguish between esterification and saponification reactions of organic compounds.

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Muskan Anand

2 years ago

Esterification- 1. Reaction in which carboxylic acid react with alcohol in concentrated H2​SO4​ 2. It forms a fruity smelling compound ester. C2​H5​OH+CH3​COOH⟶ConcentratedH2​SO4​​CH3​COOC2​H5​+H2​O. Saponification- 1. reaction in which ester reacts with Alkali solution. 2. It forms compound called soap. CH3​COOOC2​H5​+NaOH⟶C2​H5​OH+CH3​COO⊝Na

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