Which of the Following Occurs During Fischer Esterification

question 112

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurs during Fischer esterification?

• A) The -OH from the carboxylic acid and the -H from the -OH of the alcohol are eliminated as water.
• B) The -OH from the alcohol and the -H from the -OH of the carboxylic acid are eliminated as water.
• C) Water is eliminated entirely from the carboxylic acid.
• D) None of these, the reaction does not produce water.

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