Esters

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004100",
  "term": "Esters",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Organic compounds derived from a carboxylic acid and an alcohol, formed by the removal of water. They contain a carbonyl group bonded to an oxygen atom, which is in turn bonded to another carbon atom (R-COO-R'). Esters are known for their characteristic fruity odors and are widely used as flavorings, fragrances, and solvents.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "acyl groups",
    "acylals",
    "alcohols",
    "amides",
    "depsides",
    "depsipeptides",
    "glycerides",
    "lactides",
    "lactones",
    "macrolides",
    "ortho esters",
    "oxoacids",
    "selenols",
    "thiols"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1995, 67, 1307. 'Glossary of class names of organic compounds and reactivity intermediates based on structure (IUPAC Recommendations 1995)' on page 1334 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199567081307)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/esters/"
}