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how can I transforme methanal to ethanal

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Answered by Anonymous
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We can convert methanol into ethanol by an organic coupling reaction which is called Wurtz reaction. This is carried out with sodium metal in the presence of dry ether and forms higher alkanes.

Answered by hgautam1978
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Methanal is first treated with methyl magnesium bromide. The product obtained is then subjected to acidic hydrolysis. Ethanol is formed in this way. Ethanol is then subjected to controlled oxidation to form ethanal

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