Ethyl acetate is an organic compound belonging to the family of esters. Its chemical formula is C4H8O2 and molecular weight is 88.11 g/mol. The compound is commonly known as acetic acid ethyl ester. Ethyl acetate is colorless, volatile liquid with a characteristic sweet smell of fruits like pear.
Structure and Chemical Properties
The ethyl acetate molecule consists of an ethyl group (C2H5) bonded to an acetate group ( ... Read more
