The Hydrolysis of an Ester in the Presence of a Base

question 15

Short Answer

The hydrolysis of an ester in the presence of a base is called ________.

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure

Pressure exerted by blood against a vessel wall.

Active Transport

The movement of molecules across a cell membrane from a region of lower concentration to higher concentration, requiring energy.

Uric Acid

A waste product formed from the breakdown of purines, excreted in urine.

Ammonia

A compound of nitrogen and hydrogen with the formula NH3, it is a colorless gas with a characteristic pungent smell and is used in many industrial processes.