Distinguish between esterification and saponification reactions with the help of the chemical equations for each. State one use of each

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.

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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