More Esters Flashcards
1
Q
Acid hydrolysis of an ester gives
A
C acid and alcohol
2
Q
Base hydrolysis of an ester gives
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Carboxylate ion and alcohol
3
Q
Fats have mainly…hc chains
A
Saturated
4
Q
Oils have mainly….hc chains
A
Unsaturated
5
Q
Oils and fats can be hydrolysed with naoh to produce an
A
Alcohol and sodium salt
6
Q
Biodiesel is a mix of…with a …catalyst
A
Methyl esters of fatty acids
Koh catalyst
7
Q
Biodiesel is not 100% carbon neutral because…
A
Energy is used in the fertilisation harvesting and converting process
