Question

The reaction of an alcohol with an organic acid produces a compound classified as

Answer 1

esterification

Step-by-step explanation:

Esterification is the result of a reaction between an alcohol and an organic acid.

Answer 2

Answer is: a compound classified as ester.
Reaction of synthesis of estrers is calling the Fischer esterification, this is reaction of carboxylic acid with an alcohol in the presence of a dehydrating agent (usually sulfuric acid):
R-COOH + R-OH ⇄ R-COOR + H₂O.
Esters are less polar than alcohols and can make hydrogen bonds.