The reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst is called:
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Hydrogenation
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Saponification
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Esterification
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Hydrolysis
📝 Detailed explanation
Esterification produces an ester and water. Saponification is the reverse (base-catalyzed hydrolysis of an ester).
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