The reaction between alkanoic acids and alkanols in the presence of a mineral acid is...
CHEMISTRY
WAEC 1997
The reaction between alkanoic acids and alkanols in the presence of a mineral acid is known as
- A. saponification
- B. hydrolysis
- C. polymerization
- D. esterification
Correct Answer: D. esterification
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