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Esters are formed by the reaction of alcohol and carboxylic acid in the presence of a sulphuric acid as a catalyst. The reaction is known as esterification.

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How does the hydrolysis of esters lead to the formation of soap?

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What do the processes of Saponification and esterification have in common?

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Are esters acids bases or neutral?

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