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CarboAcids and Ester
Carboxcylic Acids and Esters
Question | Answer |
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What is the use of Acids in the test for Sulfate Ions? | They react with the Carbonates (and other impurities) to release CO2. |
Give some uses of Esters: | They are used as Solvents, Plasticisers, Food Flavourings and Perfumes. |
What type of Acids are Carboxcylic Acids: | They are weak acids, meaning they only partly dissociate. |
How are esters Formed? | In the presence of H2SO4, a Carboxcylic Acid and an Alcohol will react to form an ester. |
What are the two bases that make up an ester? | Carboxcylic Acid and Alcohol. |