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NDA 1 2024 GAT, question 101

Topic: Chemistry

Q101

Which one among the following compounds has a sweet and fruity smell ?

  1. (a) Ethyl alcohol
  2. (b) Acetic acid
  3. (c) Ethyl acetateCorrect answer
  4. (d) Acetophenone

Solution.

Answer: (c) Ethyl acetate

  1. Ethyl acetate is an ester with a characteristic sweet, fruity odour.
  2. Ethanol is an alcohol and acetic acid has a sharp vinegar smell.
  3. The ester is the best answer.