how-does-acid-catalysis-facilitate-the-hydrolysis-of-thioesters

Question

How does acid catalysis facilitate the hydrolysis of thioesters?

Accepted Answer

It increases the electrophilicity of the carbonyl carbon.

Answer

It prevents the formation of a tetrahedral intermediate.

Answer

It stabilizes the thiol product.

Answer

It decreases the nucleophilicity of the water molecule.