Q88 / 200 · NEET 2006 · Chemistry

Self condensation of two moles of ethyl acetate in presence of sodium ethoxide yields:

  • A
    ethyl propionate
  • B
    ethyl butyrate
  • Correct answer
    C
    acetoacetic ester
  • D
    methyl acetoacetate

Solution

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Related Theory Condensation of two moles of ethyl acetate in the presence of sodium ethoxide gives ethyl aceto-acetate (ester). This condensation is an example of Claisen condensation because it is possible in esters which have alpha hydrogen atom.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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