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Which one of the following organic compounds has fruity smell? |
| A. | Alcohol |
| B. | Aldehyde |
| C. | Ester |
| D. | Ether |
| Answer» C. Ester | |
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Explanation: Esters are common in organic chemistry and biological materials, and often have a characteristic pleasant, fruity odour. This leads to their extensive use in the fragrance and flavor industry. Ester bonds are also found in many polymers. Esterification is the general name for a chemical reaction in which two reactants (typically an alcohol and an acid) form an ester as the reaction product. Esters are widespread in nature and are widely used in industry. |
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