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What are ester? How they are formed? Give reaction

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Esters are organic compounds having the general formula RCOOR’ where R is H or any alkyl group whereas R’ is always an alkyl group.

RCOOH + RˈOH → RCOORˈ (ester) + H₂O

They posses sweet odour so, that they are used in cosmetics.

Ex:Reaction of ethanoic acid with ethyl alcohol produces ethyl acetate. Formation of ethyl acetate (ester) indicates sweet smell.CH₃COOH+ C₂H₅OH →CH₃COOC₂H₅ +H20

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