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Reflux, Isolation and Purification of Esters – HSC Chemistry

SOLVED: In a Fischer Esterification lab, if I started with 1.6 mL of Isopentyl alcohol that has an MW of 88.15, 2.2 mL of acetic acid with an MW of 60.05, and recovered 1.136 g of the banana oil (isopentyl acetate), what would be the limiting reactant? What is the theoretical and actual yield, in moles and grams? And how would I find moles in the reactants? Make a synthesis table if needed.

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