Question

question 14 (1 point)
the reaction below is catalized by h₂so₄.
ch₃cooh + ch₃ch₂oh ----> ch₃cooch₂ch₃ + h₂o
which reaction is the reverse of this one?
o a) hydrolysis
b) oxidation
o c) esterification
d) addition
e) elimination

Explanation:

The given reaction is an esterification reaction (acetic acid + ethanol → ethyl acetate + water). The reverse of esterification is hydrolysis. In hydrolysis, an ester reacts with water to form the corresponding acid and alcohol. Oxidation involves the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state. Addition reactions involve adding atoms or groups to a molecule. Elimination reactions involve the removal of atoms or groups from a molecule.

Answer:

A. hydrolysis