MHT CET · Chemistry · Carboxylic Acid Derivatives
A flavouring agent found in oil of wintergreen is
- A Methyl salicylate
- B Acetophenone
- C Vanillin
- D Menthol
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Correct Answer
(A) Methyl salicylate
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A flavouring agent found in oil of winter green is methyl salicylate. It is an organic compound with formula It is the methyl ester of sylicylic acid. It is a colourless, viscous liquid. The structure of methyl salicylate is as follows:
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