2d) - Esters Fats And Oils Flashcards
What is an ester
An ester is a molecule containing an ester link - COO -
What happens in a condensation reaction
In a condensation reaction, two molecules are joined together with the elimination of a small molecule
Which reaction are esters formed by?
Esters are formed by a condensation reaction between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid with concentrated sulphuric acid as a catalyst
Which catalyst is used in the esters experiment
Concentrated sulphuric acid
What is the equation for an ester
Alcohol + carboxylic acid ——> ester + water
How to name an ester
- first part comes from the parent alcohol
- second part comes from the parent carboxylic acid
What is the small molecule eliminated when an ester link is formed
When an ester is link is formed by the reaction between a hydroxyl group and a carboxyl group, the small molecule eliminated is water
What happens in a hydrolysis reaction
In a hydrolysis reaction, a molecule reacts with water to break down into smaller molecules
What is produced when esters are hydrolysed
Esters can be hydrolysed to produce an alcohol and a carboxylic acid
What is the equation for breaking down (hydrolysis) of an ester
Ester + water ——> acid + alcohol
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What can esters be used for
Esters are used as flavourings and fragrances as many have pleasant fruity smells. Esters are also used as solvents for non-polar compounds that do not dissolve in water
What is the equipment required for the making esters experiment
- beaker x2
- test tube
- paper towel
- elastic band
- concentrated sulphuric acid
- sodium hydrogen carbonate
How do we know an ester has formed
Ester makes oily/solid layer
Why is a wet paper towel with elastic band used
Acts as a condenser
Why can we not use a Bunsen burner in the esters experiment
Alcohol is flammable so we don’t use a Bunsen burner
Which temperature can water boil to
Water only boils to 100 degrees celcius
What is the role of fats and oils
Fats and oils are an essential part of the diet. They provide the body with energy