An ester can be formed by the reaction of acetic acid with ______.

propanone

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propanal

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propanol

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propane

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The correct option is C propanol

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Choose the statement which best describe ester :

Statement 1: Ester is formed due to the reaction between ethanol and Ethanoic acid.

Statement 2: Esters are sweet smelling substances.

Statement 3: Ester are formed due to the reaction between an acid and a carboxylic acid.

Statement 4: On treating with sodium hydroxide, ester is converted back to alcohol and sodium salt of carboxylic acid.

Statement 5: Preparation of soap involves treating sodium hydroxide with ester.

Esters are most commonly formed by reaction of an acid and an alcohol.

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