An organic compound (M) \( C_4H_8O_2 \) undergoes acid hydrolysis to give a carboxylic acid (N) and an alcohol (P). The alcohol (P) is oxidised with…
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An organic compound (M) \( C_4H_8O_2 \) undergoes acid hydrolysis to give a carboxylic acid (N) and an alcohol (P). The alcohol (P) is oxidised with \( KMNO_4/H^+ \) to give the carboxylic acid (N)
i) Draw the structural formula of (M), (N) and (P).
ii) What product will you obtain when (M) is reduced in \( LiAlH_4 \)?
OR
Vinegar is an aqueous solution of acetic acid containing about 5 to 8% by volume in the aqueous solution.
i) Give any three methods of preparation of acetic acid.
ii) Convert acetic acid into acetic anhydride.
iii) Mention an important use of vinegar.