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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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What is the product of the reaction of an acid anhydride with an alcohol?
Options
A Ester + carboxylic acid
Correct Answer
B Two esters
C Amide + water
D Aldehyde
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

(RCO)2O + R'OH → RCOOR' + RCOOH. One equivalent of alcohol gives one ester and one carboxylic acid.

Hint

Mixed product from anhydride.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 318 of 1999
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