Ethanol reacts with methanoic acid to give an

Kingsley Thompson February 16, 2026

 Ethanol reacts with methanoic acid to give an

A. alkanal

B. alkanoate

C. alkanone

D. alkanol

Ethanol reacts with methanoic acid in an esterification reaction to form an ester and water.

Example:
Ethanol + Methanoic acid --> Ethyl methanoate + Water

Esters are also called alkanoates.

Correct answer: B. alkanoate

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