Chem 4, College of the Desert, Chapter 13.txt

Names end in - one, double bond to O (vertically), bonds to a secound O then C chain. R-C-O-R (O=C vertically also)

An atom that has bonded to 4 different ataoms or groups; can NOT be superimposed.

Ester + H2O --> Carboxylic acid + Alcohol

Formic Acid

Acetic acid

Propionic acid

Butyric acid

Ester + H₂O = Carb acid + Alcohol