The acid-catalyzed hydrolysis of an ester converts an ester into a carboxylic acid. Although there are two O atoms that can be protonated, the first step in the mechanism is believed to be protonation of the oxygen in the C=0 group. Based on charge stability, why is it favorable to protonate that oxygen? Hint: Draw out the products of each protonation. + Hо HO, НО Carboxylic acid Ester Alcohol

The acid-catalyzed hydrolysis of an ester converts an ester into a carboxylic acid. Although there are two O atoms that can be protonated, the first step in the mechanism is believed to be protonation of the oxygen in the C=0 group. Based on charge stability, why is it favorable to protonate that oxygen? Hint: Draw out the products of each protonation. + Hо HO, НО Carboxylic acid Ester Alcohol

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