Key term for AQA GCSE Chemistry, used in Alkenes, Alcohols and Carboxylic Acids.
The reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol, using an acid catalyst, to produce an ester and water.
Esterification appears in AQA GCSE Chemistry revision content for Organic chemistry, especially Alkenes, Alcohols and Carboxylic Acids and Carboxylic Acid Properties.
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