Compound formed by condensation between an acid and an alcohol, e.g. ethyl alcohol and acetic acid yield the ester ethyl acetate. Fats are esters of the alcohol glycerol, and long-chain fatty acids. Many esters are used as synthetic flavours.
An organic compound formed by the reaction of an acid and an alcohol. Many flavoring agents are esters.
A compound resulting from the combination of an alcohol and an acid. Lipids are formed from alcohols and fatty acids.
Compounds formed by the combination of an organic acid with an alcohol.
A compound containing an oxygen linkage; the product of the condensation of an acid and alcohol with the loss of a molecule of water.
An organic compound formed from an alcohol and an acid by the removal of water.
In organic chemistry, a fragrant compound formed by the combination of an organic acid with an alcohol. This reaction removes water from the compound.