Distinguish between esterification and saponification reactions with the help of the chemical equations for each. State one use of each
(i) esters and
(ii) saponification process.
Esterification reaction is opposite/reverse of saponification reaction.
In esterification, a carboxylic acid and an alcohol reacts to form ester in preparation.
Whereas, in saponification reaction an ester reacts with a strong base or a
RCOOR’ + NaOH → RCOONa + R’OH
(i) Use of Esters: Esters are used in making perfumes.
(ii) Use of Saponification Reaction: This reaction is used in the preparation