ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (LOOSELEAF)-PACKAGE
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (LOOSELEAF)-PACKAGE
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ISBN: 9781260008562
Author: Carey
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 20.9, Problem 12P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The ester which undergoes saponification at a faster rate has to be identified and the reason for this is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Saponification is known as the hydrolysis of esters in the basic medium.

This process is used in the preparation of soaps.

This is an irreversible process as the carboxylic acids are converted to their corresponding anions in the basic medium.

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