2006-09-23 14:34:50 · 4 answers · asked by loRi^^, 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
typically with the classic esterification reaction of alcohol with a carboxylic acid
this site has a little summary of such reactions
http://www.chemguide.co.uk/organicprops/alcohols/esterification.html
the wikipedia also has a good article on esterification reactions
2006-09-23 14:39:38 · answer #1 · answered by enginerd 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By reacting with a carboxylic acid. H2O is also produced, so you add conc. H2SO4 to absorb the water, then you add a base like CaCO3 to precipitate the sulphate ions. I've carried out several different esterification reactions while teaching high school chemistry. With a few alcohols and organic acids you can make a wide range of flower and fruit aromas.
2006-09-23 21:46:54 · answer #2 · answered by zee_prime 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
by reacting it with carboxylic acid.... you'll get the ester...
best answer?
2006-09-23 21:39:31 · answer #3 · answered by teroy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You failed to read the textbook?
2006-09-23 22:00:28 · answer #4 · answered by gtoacp 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋