Question

A compound X undergoes addition reaction. When it is made to react with hydrogen, it forms a compound Y with molecular formula C3H8. Write the structure of X and Y​

Answer 1

The compound C

3

H

8

O is oxidised to C

3

H

6

O

2

. It must be a carboxylic acid. Since a carboxylic acid is formed, 'X' must be a primary alcohol.