Carboxylic Acids Question 87

Question: A fruity smell is produced by the reaction of $ C_2H_5OH $ with

[AFMC 2000]

Options:

A) $ PCl_5 $

B) $ CH_3COCH_3 $

C) $ CH_3COOH $

D) None of these

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Alcohols react with acids to form esters which have fruity smell.