When ethanoic acid reacts with ethanol in the presence of an acid catalyst, what type of reaction takes place?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) Saponification reaction
2. (B) Neutralisation reaction
3. (C) Esterification reaction
4. (D) Combustion reaction

Verified Answer

Option (C): Esterification reaction

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