Question: The first member of the ester homologous series is
A Methyl ethanoate
B Ethyl ethanoate
C Methylmethanoate
D Ethylmethanoate
Answer: Methyl ethanoate
| Member | Name of the member | Chemical Formula | Uses |
| 1st Member
| Methyl ethanoate | CH₃COOCH₃
| · Used as a solvent in various chemical processes · Used as g flavoring agent in the food industry · As a nail polish remover · Used to create artificial fruit flavors |
| 2nd Member
| Ethyl ethanoate | C₂H₅COOCH₃
| · Used as a solvent in paints, varnishes and adhesives. |
| 3rd Member
| Propyl ethanoate | C₃H₇COOCH₃
| · Used in the fragrance industry for its pleasant aroma. · Serves as a solvent in various applications and in the creation of artificial flavors and perfumes. |
| 4th Member | Butyl ethanoate | C₄H₉COOCH₃ | · An industrial solvent used in the manufacturing of lacquers, plastics and synthetic resins. · It’s also employed as a paint and coating remover. |
| 5th Member | Pentyl ethanoate | C₅H₁₁COOCH₃ | · It is found in perfumes and cosmetics. · It is used as an artificial flavoring agent, solvent and in paint removal products. |
| 6th Member | Hexyl ethanoate | C₆H₁₃COOCH₃ | · It is used as an artificial flavoring agent. |