Benzylpenicillin shown in Figure 34 was the first antibiotic to be manufactured on large scale. How many ester groups can be formed when this compound reacts with methanol in the presence of strong acid?

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Benzylpenicillin shown in Figure 34 was the first antibiotic to be manufactured on large scale. How many ester groups can be formed when this compound reacts with methanol in the presence of strong acid?

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