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The general formula of alkanoates is?

The general formula of alkanoates is?
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  • A RCHO
  • B R2CO
  • C RCOOH
  • D RCOOR
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Otherwise known as ESTERS, they are easily gotten from a reaction between the CARBOXYLIC acids and ALCOHOLS
RCOOH + R'OH yields a combination of an ester(RCOOR') and water.Â
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