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Replace technical jargon with simpler words in this chemistry article.
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'"The hydrolysis of ethyl esters in the presence of an acid catalyst results in the formation of the corresponding carboxylic acids and alcohols. The reaction is reversible and can be influenced by reaction conditions."'
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"When you mix acid with some chemicals, it makes new stuff. Sometimes you can change how much gets made."