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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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The reaction of an ester with ammonia produces:
Options
A Amide + alcohol
Correct Answer
B Carboxylic acid + amine
C Nitrile + water
D Anhydride + ammonia
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

RCOOR' + NH3 → RCONH2 + R'OH. This is aminolysis of an ester, giving a primary amide and an alcohol.

Hint

Ammonia replaces the alkoxy group.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 307 of 1999
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