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(a) Ethanoic acid reacts with ethanol in the presence of concentrated H2SO4.
(i) Name the organic product formed.
(ii) Give the name of the reaction.
(iii) What is the role of H2SO4 in the above reaction?
(b) The molecular formula of an organic compound is CH3COOH.
(i) Write the IUPAC name of this compound.
(ii) Give one use of this compound.

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(a)
(i) The organic product formed is Ethyl ethanoate.
(ii) The name of the reaction is 'Esterification'.
(iii) In this reaction conc. H2SO4 acts as a catalyst.
(b)
(i) The IUPAC name is Ethanoic acid.
(ii) Ethanoic acid (Acetic acid) is used for making vinegar which is used as a preservative in food and fruit juices.

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