Synthesis of ethyl acetate
In order to synthesize ethyl acetate, the method is to use ethanol and acetic acid as raw materials, add concentrated sulfuric acid as a catalyst, and place them in a flask. Heat slowly with an alcohol lamp to make the esterification reaction occur between the two.

Looking at the principle of the reaction, the hydrogen of the hydroxyl group in ethanol and the hydroxyl group of the carboxyl group in acetic acid combine to form water particles to escape, and the ethoxy group of the rest of the ethanol is connected to the acetyl group of acetic acid to obtain ethyl acetate.

When reacting, it is necessary to pay attention to temperature control, so as not to cause the raw materials to evaporate due to excessive temperature, and to prevent side reactions. And concentrated sulfuric acid is highly corrosive, so be very careful when taking it.

After the reaction is completed, the product is separated by a separation funnel, and then purified by distillation to obtain pure ethyl acetate. This compound has a wide range of uses and is indispensable in many fields such as fragrances and solvents.