Uses of esters
2 marks · EasyEsters are used in both fruit-flavoured drinks and perfumes. Explain why esters are suitable for use in both these products.
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Common mistakes: They dissolve in water (not needed at this level)
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B1 · 1 mark · Any correct reason relevant to food/flavouring (e.g. pleasant/fruity taste or smell).
B1 · 1 mark · Any correct reason relevant to perfume/fragrance (e.g. sweet/pleasant smell, volatility).
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Esters are suitable for use in drinks because they provide fruity flavours. They are also used in perfumes as they have pleasant, sweet smells and are volatile so the scent spreads easily.