Which of the following would produce ethanol on hydrolysis?
E) both a and c
F)All produce ethanol on hydrolysis.

Question

Which of the following would produce ethanol on hydrolysis?
E) both a and c 
F)All produce ethanol on hydrolysis.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Only molecules with a hydroxyl (-OH) group attached to the carbon atom adjacent to the carbonyl (>C=O) group can produce ethanol on hydrolysis. Both choices A and C fit this criteria, with A being ethyl acetate and C being butyl acetate. Therefore, both A and C would produce ethanol on hydrolysis.

Which of the Following Would Produce Ethanol on Hydrolysis