The names of esters consist of a first name and a last name. Which of the follow

Question

The names of esters consist of a first name and a last name. Which of the following correctly describes this naming system?

A. the first name is the name of the alcohol, and the last name is the name of the acid
B. the first name is the name of the acid, and the last name is the name of the alcohol
C. the first name is the alkyl or aryl group associated with the alcohol, and the last name is the name of the anion derived from the acid
D. the first name is the name of the anion derived from the acid, and the last name is the alkyl or aryl group associated with the alcohol

Explanation / Answer

C. the first name is the alkyl or aryl group associated with the alcohol, and the last name is the name of the anion derived from the acid e.g. methanol + ethanoic acid ==> methyl ethanoate

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