NEETChemistryAlcohols Phenols and Ethers
What type of compounds are formed when alcohols and phenols react with carboxylic acids, acid chlorides, and acid anhydrides?
Options
- AAlkanes
- BAldehydes
- CEsters
- DAlkyl halides
Correct answer
C. Esters
Step-by-step solution
Alcohols and phenols react with carboxylic acids, acid chlorides, and acid anhydrides to form esters.