Carboxylic Acids & Derivatives (A-level only) (AQA A-Level Chemistry): Quizzes
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What is the functional group present in all esters?
What is the functional group present in all esters?
In the general structure of an ester, what does R' represent?
In the general structure of an ester, what does R' represent?
Part from the alcohol
What suffix is used when naming esters?
What suffix is used when naming esters?
oate
What type of reaction is esterification?
What type of reaction is esterification?
Condensation
Which catalyst is commonly used in esterification reactions?
Which catalyst is commonly used in esterification reactions?
Why are esters widely used in perfumes and food flavourings?
Why are esters widely used in perfumes and food flavourings?
They have pleasant, fruity scents
How do ester plasticisers increase flexibility in PVC?
How do ester plasticisers increase flexibility in PVC?
By weakening intermolecular forces
What is the boiling point of ethyl ethanoate?
What is the boiling point of ethyl ethanoate?
Around 77°C
What are triglycerides formed from?
What are triglycerides formed from?
Glycerol and 3 fatty acids
Why do fats have higher melting points than oils?
Why do fats have higher melting points than oils?
Stronger van der Waals' forces