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Question
Which of the following carboxylic acids is most reactive towards esterification?
Options
(CH3)3CCOOH
(CH3)2CHCOOH
CH3CH2COOH
(C2H5)2CHCOOH
MCQ
Solution
CH3CH2COOH
Explanation:
CH3CH2COOH is the most reactive to esterification because the bulkier group near the reaction site slows down esterification.
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