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Draw structural formulas for the four esters with the molecular formula $\mathrm{C}_{4} \mathrm{H}_{8} \mathrm{O}_{2}$.
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An ester is a compound derived from an acid (usually a carboxylic acid) in which at least one -OH (hydroxyl) group is replaced by an -O-alkyl (alkoxy) group. In other words, esters are formed by condensation of a carboxylic acid and an alcohol. Show more…
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