list two test for distinguishing between an alcohol and a caroxylicacid
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we can distinguish alcohol and carboxylic acid with the help of their reaction with carbonates and hydro-carbonates.
Acids reacts with carbonate and hydro-carbonates to evolve Co2 gas that turns lime water milky.
Alcohol don't react with carbonates and hydro-carbonates.
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