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a)
Interpretation:
The name and the condensed structural formula of the alcohol and the
Concept introduction:
Ethyl butyrate is the ester that makes up pineapple flavouring. It is also known as ethyl butanoate or butyric ether. This has a pineapple odour and is soluble in paraffin oil and kerosene. This ester is present in many fruits naturally.
b)
Interpretation:
The name and the condensed structural formula of the alcohol and the carboxylic acid needed to make apricot flavoring.
Concept introduction:
Pentyl butyrate gives the apricot flavouring known also as pentyl butanoate or amyl butyrate. It is formed using sulfuric acid as a catalyst when pentanol and butyric acid reacts. It is a chemical additive in cigarettes
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