alleryAn acetate heated with ethanol and conc. H2SO4 gives a fruity odour. Which compound causes it?
AAcetaldehyde
BAcetic acid
CDiethyl ether
DEthyl acetate
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Ethyl acetate
Acetic acid released from the salt esterifies with ethanol to form ethyl acetate, which smells fruity.
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