Esters...again

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Esters...again

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Just wondering what conc of acetic acid do you guys find is best for ester-making?
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we used Glacial!!
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So when you say Glacial, are you saying that you use it in conc form?
We are using a 6 M/L dilution, but have heard that some use the conc form.
What I am wondering, is what dilution is optimul for the ester reaction?
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Yes it was conc. glacial acetic!!
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