The template depicts a step-by-step laboratory procedure for the esterification of salicylic acid, which is the chemical process used to produce aspirin. It begins with 28 grams of salicylic acid and 81 milliliters of methanol, followed by the addition of a boiling stone and 4 milliliters of sulfuric acid as a catalyst. The diagram includes laboratory equipment such as a flask, water bath, condenser, and a collection flask for the methanol that is not reacted. This visual guide is essential for understanding the practical application of organic chemistry synthesis in a laboratory setting.
