Esters Flashcards
1
Q
Contain an ______ link.
ESTERS
A
Ester (COO)
O
//
- C
\
O -
In the middle of the molecule.
2
Q
[ ETHYL ] [ PROPANOATE ]
A
[ SECOND PART OF STRUCTURE ] [ FIRST PART OF STRUCTURE ]
3
Q
Uses of esters
A
- Flavourings, fragrances (smell)
2. Industrial solvents
4
Q
CARBOXYLIC acid + alcohol form what?
A
Water and ester
5
Q
Def. hydrolysis
A
Molecule + WATER -> breaks into smaller molecules
6
Q
If an ester is hydrolysed what is formed?
A
CARBOXYLIC acid and alcohol
