WorksheetsEsters, Fats and Oils
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 12mins
Esters are formed through what type of reaction?
hydrolysis
condensation
hydration
dehydration
Name this compound
propanol
propanoic acid
butanoic acid
butanol
A use for ester is...
fuel
additives in petrol
flavourings
hair dye
Esters are known for......
the bright colours
flammability
exploding
fruity smell
What catalyst is used in breaking down esters (Hydrolysis reactions)?
sodium hydroxide
iron
conc. sulfuric acid
lithium oxide
What catalyst is used in making esters (condensation reactions)?
sodium hydroxide
iron
conc. sulfuric acid
lithium oxide
What is this compound called?
propyl ethanoate
ethyl ethanoate
ethyl propanoate
methyl ethanoate
Complete the word equation for the reaction:
ethanoic acid + potassium carbonate → _________ ________+ carbon dioxide + water
(a)
Which of these would be the products of the hydrolysis of a fat or oil?
alcohol and 3 fatty acids
alcohol and a fatty acid
glycerol and 3 fatty acids
glygerol and 3 short chain carboxylic acids
Why do we need fats and oils in our diet?
To provide energy and to store fat soluble vitamins.
for growth and repair and to store fat soluble vitamins
To provide energy and growth and repair
Which functional group do fatty acids contain?
carbonyl
hydroxide
hydroxyl
carboxyl
