an organic compound A is a constituent in beverages. This compound on heating wid oxygen forms organic comp B having a molecular formula C2H4O2. Write the chemical equation of the reaction that takes place
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| 24th Feb, 2012,
10:13: PM
Expert Answer:
THe B is acetic acid and A is ethanol. Ethanol is constituent of beverages. On reaction with oxygen while heating, it turns into acetic acid.
C2H5OH + O2 ? CH3COOH + H2O
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| 26th Feb, 2012,
07:01: PM
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