Question

Draw the ester that is formed from the reaction of benzoic acid and ethanol.

Answer 1

The ester product formed from the condensation reaction between benzoic acid and ethanol is ethyl benzoate, with the molecular formula
`C_(9) H_(10) O_(2)`. Ethyl benzoate is a colorless liquid, with a pleasant odor often described to be a blend of sweet, fruity, medicinal, cherry, grap, and wintergreen.

The reaction equation and the product are shown in the figures below.