engineering chemistry MCQ #15

The reaction of alcohols with carboxylic acids gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #15

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of alcohols with carboxylic acids gives

    • A) Ethers
    • B) Esters
    • C) Aldehydes
    • D) Ketones

    Answer: Esters

    Explanation: Alcohols react with carboxylic acids in the presence of an acid catalyst to form esters through esterification.