CH3-CH2-COOCH2CH3 The compound above is an

Kingsley Thompson February 03, 2026

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CH3-CH2-C-OCH2CH3 The compound above is an

A. ether

B. ester

C. alkanal

D. alkanol

The correct answer is B. ester ✅

Explanation:

The structure
CH₃–CH₂–C(=O)–O–CH₂CH₃
contains the functional group –COO–, which is characteristic of an ester.

  • Ester: R–COO–R′ ✔

  • Ether: R–O–R′ (no C=O) ✘

  • Alkanal: contains –CHO ✘

  • Alkanol: contains –OH ✘

👉 Final Answer: B. ester

PQN: 40

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