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The compound above is an

  • ether
  • ester checkmark
  • alkanal
  • alkanol

The correct answer is: B

Explanation

The Molecular formula of the compound is CH3CH2COOCH2CH3. 

The name of the compound is Ethyl propanoate. i.e it is an alkanoate or esters.

It is actually a product from the reaction of propanoic acid, CH3CH2COOH and Ethanol, CH3CH2OH.

Hence, the correct answer is Ester - Option B

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