Unit 2-(b) Nomenclature and structural formulae-D. Esters Flashcards
0
Q
Which functional group does an ester contain?
A
-ester group COO
1
Q
How can an ester be identified?
A
-oate ending
2
Q
How is an ester group formed?
A
From a hydroxyl and carboxyl group
3
Q
How is an ester named?
A
Using the names of the parents alkanol and alkanoic acid.
4
Q
What ending does the alkanol have when naming an ester?
A
-yl
5
Q
What ending does the alkanoic acid have when naming an ester?
A
-oate
6
Q
Which comes first when naming an ester- the alkanol or alkanoic acid?
A
alkanol
7
Q
What is the name of the reaction which forms an ester?
A
condensation
8
Q
What is the name of the reaction which splits up an ester?
A
hydrolysis
