A-LevelChemistryAnalytical techniques9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2018 · Q271 Mark
Compound X has the empirical formula C2H3O. Compound X reacts with 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine reagent to give an orange precipitate and also decolourises warmed acidified potassium manganate(VII) solution. What could be the identity of X?
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A[Diagram of CH3COCH2OH]
B[Diagram of CH3CH(OH)CHO]
C[Diagram of HOCH2COCH2OH]
D[Diagram of HOCH2CH2COOH]
✓ Correct answer
A: [Diagram of CH3COCH2OH]
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