Question

Ethanoic acid reacts with absolute ethanol in the presence of Conc. H₂SO₄ to form a compound
(i) Write the smell and class of compounds to which this compound belong.
(ii) Write the chemical equation for the reaction and state the role of Conc. H₂SO₄ in the reaction.
(iii) Write one use of the product of this reaction.

Answer 1

(i) Pleasant/ fruity smell; Esters

CONC. H₂SO₄ acts as a catalyst/ dehydrating agent
iii) Used in perfume industry / as flavouring agent