Here I demonstrate an ester hydrolysis reaction where acetylsalicylic acid is hydrolyzed to acetic acid and salicylic acid under excess water in acidic hydrochloric acid conditions. We will use this to make wintergreen and also phenol in the future. If you enjoyed this video, check out some of my others and drop a like and subscribe for more!

Some activities demonstrated in this video may be dangerous to replicate and should NOT be attempted by individuals at home. While chemistry is very enjoyable, safety must always be number one concern and doing research is very important before trying the reactions themselves. This video is solely intended for educational purposes and should not be replicated in any way shape or form at home.

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