Esters Flashcards
1
Q
What kind of reaction occurs to form an ester?
A
Condensation reaction
2
Q
Why is sulphuric acid added when creating an ester?
A
It provides hydrogen ions which act as a catalyst. Increases the yield of ester by absorbing water.
3
Q
Can esters form hydrogen bonds?
A
No, because they don’t have an OH bond
4
Q
What are the two main components of an ester?
A
Alcohol and carboxylic acid
5
Q
Propanol + ethanoic acid=?
A
Propyl ethanoate
