A-LevelChemistryCarboxylic acids and derivatives9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2018 · Q401 Mark
The structure of lactic acid is shown. H₃C─CH(OH)─CO₂H [Figure of lactic acid structure]. Which esters might form when lactic acid is heated? 1 CH₃CH(OH)CO₂CH(CH₃)CO₂H 2 [Diagram showing a cyclic diester of lactic acid] 3 CH₃CH(OH)CO₂CH(OH)CH₃
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A1, 2 and 3 are correct
B1 and 2 only are correct
C2 and 3 only are correct
D1 only is correct
✓ Correct answer
B: 1 and 2 only are correct
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