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    Question

    What is the product of the reaction? CH₃COOH +

    CH₃OH → (H⁺, heat)
    A CH₃COOCH₃ + H₂O Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B CH₄ + CO₂ Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C CH₃CHO Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D CH₃CH₂OH Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The reaction is an esterification reaction. When acetic acid (CH₃COOH) reacts with methanol (CH₃OH) in the presence of an acid catalyst (H⁺) and heat, it forms methyl acetate (CH₃COOCH₃) and water (H₂O). Reaction: Thus, the product is methyl acetate and water.

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