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Synthesis of Ethers

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Esters are most commonly formed by reaction of an aldehyde with ketones.

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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
Esters are formed as a result of reaction between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid.
The statement is incorrect.

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