EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY STUDY GUIDE AND S
EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY STUDY GUIDE AND S
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Author: PARISE
Publisher: VST
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Chapter 20, Problem 20.12P
Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The mechanism for the hydrolysis of methyl benzoate in NaOH is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Hydrolysis is the reaction of a compound with water leading to the breakdown of the compound into two parts. Hydrolysis of esters can take place in both acidic and alkaline medium. The product of hydrolysis of the ester is alcohol and carboxylic acid.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The reaction of carboxylic acid occurring under the basic condition in the presence of an excess amount of methanol and sodium methoxide is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Hydrolysis is the reaction of a compound with water leading to the breakdown of the compound into two parts. Hydrolysis of esters can take place in both acidic and alkaline medium. The product of hydrolysis of the ester is alcohol and carboxylic acid.

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