How do you convert carboxylic acids to esters?
How do you convert carboxylic acids to esters? Conversion of carboxylic acids to esters using acid and alcohols (Fischer Esterification) Description: When a carboxylic acid is treated with an alcohol and an acid catalyst, an ester is formed (along with water). This reaction is called the Fischer esterification. What type of reaction is carboxylic acid […]