Question

Which of the following carboxylic acids is most reactive towards esterification?

पर्याय

• (CH₃)₃CCOOH

• (CH₃)₂CHCOOH

• CH₃CH₂COOH

• (C₂H₅)₂CHCOOH

Answer 1

CH₃CH₂COOH

Explanation:

CH₃CH₂COOH is the most reactive to esterification because the bulkier group near the reaction site slows down esterification.