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- Carboxylic Acid Derivatives
NEET · Chemistry · Carboxylic Acid Derivatives
In which phase does esterification typically occur?
In which phase does esterification typically occur?
Options
- AGas phase
- BSolid phase
- CLiquid phase
- DAqueous phase
Correct answer
C. Liquid phase
Step-by-step solution
Esterification usually occurs in the liquid phase when carboxylic acids react with alcohols or phenols in the presence of a mineral acid catalyst.