The general formula of an ester (where R represents an alkyl group) is :

R-OH

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R-COOH

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R-COOR

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R-H

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Solution

The correct option is C R-COOR
Ester is formed by reaction of an acid with alcohol with formula $O ∥ R - C - O - R^{'}$ . It has sweet odor giving confirmation of ester group.

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