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Complete the following reaction: CH3CN + H2O + C2H5OH —–> _______ + NH3.(a) CH3COC2H5(b) CH3COOCH3(c) CH3COOC2H5(d) CH3COOHI have been asked this question during an interview for a job.Question is taken from Esterification of Carboxylic Acid and Derivatives in chapter Esterification of Unit Processes

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Correct answer is (C) CH3COOC2H5

Explanation: If the ester of an acid corresponding to an AVAILABLE nitrile is DESIRED, it may be prepared by SAPONIFYING the nitrile and then esterifying the acid in the usual way.CH3CN + H2O + C2H5OH —–> CH3COOC2H5 + NH3.



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