A-LevelChemistryCarboxylic acids and derivatives9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2023 · Q321 Mark
Tartaric acid, HOOCCH(OH)CH(OH)COOH, is found in many plants. A sample of tartaric acid reacts with an excess of LiAlH4 to form the organic product J. What happens when NaOH(aq) is added to separate samples of tartaric acid and J?
ABoth tartaric acid and J react.
BOnly tartaric acid reacts.
COnly J reacts.
DNeither tartaric acid nor J react.
✓ Correct answer
B: Only tartaric acid reacts.
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