Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives - Hydrolysis of Esters Flashcards
1
Q
What is hydrolysis of esters?
A
The opposite of esterification
Splitting an ester with water
2
Q
Write the equation for acid hydrolysis?
A
ester + water —> Alcohol + C’Acid
3
Q
Write the equation for alkaline hydrolysis
A
ester + alkali –> Alcohol + C’Acid
4
Q
What would happen to the product in acid hydrolysis
A
Protonated as it’s in acidic conditions
5
Q
What is alkaline hydrolysis used for?
A
Used to make soap - salts allow water and oil to mix
6
Q
In alkaline hydrolysis how would you produce the full acid
A
add H+
