Which of the Following Is True of the Fischer Esterification

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the Fischer esterification reaction?

• A) It proceeds until the limiting reagent is completely used up.
• B) It is an equilibrium reaction which can never be driven far to the right.
• C) It is an equilibrium reaction which can be driven to the right by the addition of water.
• D) It is an equilibrium reaction which can be driven to the right by the removal of water.

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