Esters are synthesized from two classes of organic compounds. Those two types of compounds are
A) acids and bases.
B) amines and alcohols.
C) alcohols and acids.
D) amines and alkenes.
E) alkenes and bases.

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Esters are synthesized through a reaction between an alcohol and an acid, resulting in the formation of an ester and water. Therefore, the two classes of organic compounds needed are alcohols and acids.

Esters Are Synthesized from Two Classes of Organic Compounds