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Discuss the reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst to produce an ester.

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Cambridge IGCSE ChemistryOrganic chemistrySupplement content

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This point belongs to Carboxylic acids, especially Carboxylic acids outcomes.
You need to be able to discuss the reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst to produce an ester.
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DescribeExplainDiscuss

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When a carboxylic acid reacts with an alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst, an ester is formed along with water.

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State the products of the reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol.
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