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In the given reaction
`R-overset(O)overset(||)(C)-OHoverset([X])toR-overset(O)overset(||)(C)-O-CH_(3)`
[X] will be:

A

`CH_2N_2`

B

`CH_3OH`

C

`CH_3COOH`

D

Both `CH_2N_2 and CH_3OH//H_2SO_4`

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To solve the question, we need to identify the reagent [X] that can convert the carboxylic acid (R-COOH) into an ester (R-COO-CH3). ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Reaction Type**: The reaction involves the conversion of a carboxylic acid (R-COOH) into an ester (R-COO-CH3). This type of reaction is known as esterification. 2. **Common Reagents for Esterification**: The most common reagents for converting carboxylic acids to esters include: - Alcohols in the presence of an acid catalyst (e.g., methanol and H+). - Diazomethane (CH2N2). - Dimethyl sulfate (Me2SO4). 3. **Using Methanol and Acid**: One of the simplest methods is to react the carboxylic acid with methanol (CH3OH) in the presence of an acid catalyst (H+). This leads to the formation of the ester and water: \[ R-COOH + CH3OH \xrightarrow{H+} R-COOCH3 + H2O \] 4. **Using Diazomethane**: Another method involves using diazomethane (CH2N2), which can also convert carboxylic acids into esters. The mechanism involves the nucleophilic attack of the carboxylate ion on the diazomethane: \[ R-COOH + CH2N2 \rightarrow R-COOCH3 + N2 \] 5. **Using Dimethyl Sulfate**: Dimethyl sulfate (Me2SO4) can also be used to form esters from carboxylic acids. The mechanism involves the nucleophilic attack of the carboxylate ion on the sulfur atom, leading to the formation of the ester: \[ R-COOH + Me2SO4 \rightarrow R-COOCH3 + by-products \] 6. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the reagent [X] can be any of the following: - Methanol (CH3OH) with an acid catalyst (H+). - Diazomethane (CH2N2). - Dimethyl sulfate (Me2SO4). ### Final Answer: [X] can be CH3OH-H+, CH2N2, or Me2SO4.
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