Question

How is ethanol converted to ethanoic acid.
Explain with suitable reaction
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Answer 1

Answer:

Oxidation of Ethanol

Potassium dichromate solution is acidified with dilute sulphuric acid to oxidise ethanol into ethanoic acid. ... The ethanol will first oxidise into acetaldehyde, which can be identified by its sweet smell. This reaction will also produce water

Answer 2

Explanation:

Oxidation of Ethanol

Potassium dichromate solution is acidified with dilute sulphuric acid to oxidise ethanol into ethanoic acid. ... The ethanol will first oxidise into acetaldehyde, which can be identified by its sweet smell. This reaction will also produce water.