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What are carboxylic acids esterified with in the presence of a...
What are carboxylic acids esterified with in the presence of a mineral acid catalyst?
Options
- AAldehydes
- BAlcohols or phenols
- CAmines
- DKetones
Correct answer
B. Alcohols or phenols
Step-by-step solution
Carboxylic acids are esterified with alcohols or phenols in the presence of a mineral acid catalyst, as mentioned in the paragraph.