(a)[1]
Deduce the empirical formula for the ester.
(b)[1]
Name the ester formed.
(c)[2]
Name carboxylic acid X and give its displayed formula.
(d)[2]
Name alcohol Y and state its structural formula.
(e)[4]
Complete Table 4.1 to show the effect, if any, of each change in condition.
(f(i))[2]
Suggest how the pH of the reaction mixture changes from the start of the reaction to the point where equilibrium is reached. Assume alcohols and esters are neutral.
(f(ii))[1]
Identify the ion responsible for the change in pH.
(f(iii))[1]
Name an indicator that can be used to follow the pH change.