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What is difference between esterification and saponification |
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Answer» Esterification :\tThe reaction in which a carboxylic acid combines with an alcohol to form an ester is called esterification.\tEsters are formed.Saponification :\tThe alkaline hydrolysis of esters is known as saponification.\tSoap is formed. saponification involves reaction between carboxylic acid and a base whereas esterification involves reaction between alcohol and carboxylic acid. 3.esterification needs as a catalyst whereas saponification do not need |
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