Question

an organic acid 'X' is. a liquid which often freezed during winter time in Cold countries,has the formula C2H4O2. on warming with ethanol in the presence of a few drops of conc.h2So4 ,a compound ' Y' with a sweet smell is formed.
a. identify X &Y .
b. give the specific name of the reaction involved.
c.write the above chemical reaction.
d. what is the common name of the solution having 5.8% of compound X ?
e. give one use of compound Y.​

Answer 1

X=CH3COOH

Y=CH3COOCH2CH3

reaction=CH3COOH+CH3CH2OH=CH3COOCH2CH3

Explanation:

Acetic acid combine with ethanol in presence of sulphuric acid to give ethyl acetate

Answer 2

Answer:

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