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What is the function of the mineral acid catalyst in the esterification of carboxylic acids?

Options

  1. ATo hydrolyze the carboxylic acids
  2. BTo oxidise the carboxylic acids
  3. CTo dehydrate the carboxylic acids
  4. DTo reduce the carboxylic acids

Correct answer

C. To dehydrate the carboxylic acids

Step-by-step solution

The mineral acid catalyst in esterification serves to dehydrate the carboxylic acids, facilitating the formation of esters.

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