An unknown organic compound X has a relative molecular mass of 180. It is a colourless crystaline solid, readily soluble in water. X contains the elements C, H and O in the atomic ratio 1: 2:1. The compound has a sweet teste and melts on heating. In the presence of yeast and in the absence of air, X is converted to compound Y and a colourless gas. Compound Y reacts with sodium metal to produce a gas Z which gives a 'pop' sound with a glowing splint. Y also reacts with ethanoic acid to give a sweet smelling compound W.
Reaction of X with yeast forms the basis of the
a
plastic industry
b
textile industry
c
brewing industry
d
soap industry
e
dyeing industry
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Aishaadebola
4 years ago
X contain C,H, and O at the ratio 1:2:1; therefore, it is glucose. Glucose reacts with yeast in absence of air to produce ethanol and water, a process known as fermentation, ethanol is the main substance used in brewing industries
altijjaneey
7 years ago
Brewing industries used this method to produce alcohol by fermentation process
Anela
1 year ago
One question in 3 uniforms
no. 8,9& 10.....
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