Chemistry
WAEC 2019
Which of the following compounds is formed by the oxidation of ethanol?
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A.
C\(_2\)H\(_4\)CO\(_2\)H
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B.
C\(_2\)H\(_5\)CO\(_2\)H
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C.
CH\(_3\)OH
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D.
CH\(_3\)CO\(_2\)H
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
-Potassium dichromate solution is acidified with dilute sulphuric acid to oxidise ethanol into ethanoic acid.
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