Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry · Spec 4.38C-4.43C
Esters: Structures, Names and Practical (Paper 2)
Covers name esters from their alcohol and acid, Construct and interpret ester structures and Describe a safe ester preparation.
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Esters: Structures, Names and Practical (Paper 2)
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Spec 4.38C-4.43C
What you need to know
- Name esters from their alcohol and acid
- Construct and interpret ester structures
- Describe a safe ester preparation
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Answer each question before opening the answer.
Which reactants make ethyl ethanoate?
Ethanol and ethanoic acid
What is the ester link?
-O-C(=O)-, often written -COO-
Why is sodium carbonate used after heating?
To neutralise the remaining acids
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