Chapter 27, Problem 59IAE

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(a)

Interpretation:

To identify the reactant which reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid $\left(\text{HCl}\right)$.

Concept introduction:

Nucleophiles are those species which are electron rich in nature. They are negatively charged. Carboxylate ion is a very good nucleophile. So, it can reacts with dilute $\text{HCl}$ and forms alcohol.

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(b)

Interpretation:

To identify the reactant that undergoes hydrolysis.

Concept introduction:

The structure of ester is,

The ester undergoes hydrolysis reaction to form carboxylic acid and alcohol. The hydrolysis reaction of ester can be performed in both acidic and basic medium.

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(c)

Interpretation:

To identify the reactant that neutralizses dilute NaOH.

Concept introduction:

The reaction of an acid and base is called neutralization reaction. The products of neutralization reaction are salt and water. So, the reactant that can neutralize $\text{NaOH}$ must be an acid. So, among the given reactant identify the acid.