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Ester hydrolysis can also occur under basic conditions. This reaction involves the use of a strong base, like sodium hydroxide (NaOH), to hydrolyze the ester. In this case, the alkoxide ion attacks the ester carbon, leading to the formation of a carboxylate anion and an alcohol.

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