The Characteristic Odor of Pineapple Is Due to Ethyl Butyrate

question 56

Short Answer

The characteristic odor of pineapple is due to ethyl butyrate, a compound containing carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Combustion of 2.78 g of ethyl butyrate leads to formation of 6.32 g of CO₂ and 2.58 g of H₂O. The properties of the compound suggest that the molar mass should be between 100 and 150. What is the molecular formula?

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