AIPMT PRELIMS2006Chemistry-Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives
AIPMT PRELIMS 2006 Chemistry Claisen Condensation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Self condensation of two moles of ethyl acetate in presence of sodium ethoxide yields:
A
ethyl butyrate
B
acetoacetic ester
C
methyl acetoacetate
D
ethyl propionate
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The reaction is a Claisen condensation, where two ester molecules react to form a β-keto ester, which in this case is acetoacetic ester.
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