engineering chemistry MCQ #206

The reaction of an alcohol with an acid to form an ester is called?

engineering chemistry MCQ #206

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of an alcohol with an acid to form an ester is called?

    • A) Esterification
    • B) Saponification
    • C) Hydrolysis
    • D) None of these

    Answer: Esterification

    Explanation: Esterification is the process of forming an ester from an alcohol and a carboxylic acid, often in the presence of an acid catalyst.