Question

a saturated compound X containing two carbon atoms converts into an unsaturated compound Y on removal of water molecule -
mention the condition under which the reaction should be carried out
write the structures of X and Y
mention the physical properties of x​

Answer 1

Answer:

X= ethanol

Y= ethyne

Condition:

•heat with excess of concentrated sulphuruc acid at 170°C so that it gets dehydrated.

Structure of X:

C2H5OH

Structure of Y:

C2H4

Physical properties of X:

1. it has pleasant smell and a burning taste.
2. it has a low boiling point of 78°C.
3. it is a neutral compound.
4. it is soluble in water.