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An organic compound 'X' which is sometimes used as antifreeze has the molecular formula C2H6O . 'X' on oxidation gives a compound 'Y' which gives effervescence with baking soda solution. What can 'X' and 'Y' be ? Write their structural formualae.

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Answer 1

Answer:

compound X which is used as an anti freeze the molecular C2H60. X on oxidation gives compound Y which effervescence with a baking soda

So X is ethanol and Y is ethanoic acid

The chemical equation of reaction is CH3 CH2OH -CH3COOH

HERE KMnO4 is used as a catalyst.

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