Which of the following conditions will drive the equilibrium of the Fischer esterification towards ester formation?

A) addition of water
B) removal of water as it is formed
C) addition of an inorganic acid as a catalyst
D) addition of alcohol
E) both B and D

Fischer Esterification

A chemical reaction between an alcohol and carboxylic acid in the presence of an acid catalyst to produce an ester and water.

Ester Formation

A chemical reaction process where carboxylic acids react with alcohols in the presence of acid catalysts to form an ester and water.