Ethyl Propanoate (CH₃CH₂COOCH₂CH₃) Can Be Prepared by the Reaction of Ethanol

question 10

Short Answer

Ethyl propanoate (CH₃CH₂COOCH₂CH₃) can be prepared by the reaction of ethanol with ____________ acid.

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Definitions:

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Refractory Period

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