Heating mxiture of ethyl alcohol and ace...

Heating mxiture of ethyl alcohol and acetic acid in presence of conc. ` H_(2) SO_(4)` produces a fruity smelling compound. This reaction is called :

A

Neutralisation

B

Ester hydrolysis

C

Esterification

D

Williamson's synthesis

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The correct Answer is:

C

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