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e) condensation reaction
question 19 (1 point)
which statement describes an esterification reaction?
a) it involves a carboxylic acid and an alkane.
b) it is a type of hydrolysis reaction.
c) it is a reduction reaction.
d) it is a type of condensation reaction.
e) none of the above

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze option a

Esterification involves a carboxylic acid and an alcohol, not an alkane. So option a is wrong.

Step2: Analyze option b

Hydrolysis is the breaking - down of a compound by water. Esterification is the formation of an ester, not a hydrolysis reaction. So option b is wrong.

Step3: Analyze option c

Reduction reactions involve the gain of electrons or hydrogen. Esterification is not a reduction reaction. So option c is wrong.

Step4: Analyze option d

Esterification is a condensation reaction where a carboxylic acid and an alcohol react to form an ester and water (a small molecule is eliminated). So option d is correct.

Answer:

d) It is a type of condensation reaction.