Esters

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  • Acid Hydrolysis (reaction with water):
    General equation: Ester + Water --> Carboxylic acid + Alcohol (reverse esterification)
    Conditions:
    1. Dilute, strong acid
    2. Heat Under reflux
  • Alkaline Hydrolysis (reaction with water):
    General equation: Ester + Water --> Soap + Alcohol (reverse esterification)
    Conditions:
    1. Dilute, strong alkali (e.g NaOH)
    2. Heat Under reflux
    Product example: CH3CH2CH2COONa + CH3OH