3.3.6 Organic Analysis Flashcards
1
Q
How to test for alkenes and it’s results
A
Use bromine water
Brown to colourless
2
Q
How to test for different alcohols and it’s results
A
Use acidified K2Cr2O7
Primary and secondary orange to green
Tertiary remains orange
3
Q
How to test for aldehydes and ketones and it’s results
A
Use tollens reagent
Aldehyde silver mirror forms
Not aldehyde/ketone no silver
4
Q
How to test for carboxylic acid and it’s results
A
Adding metal carbonates (Na2CO3/CaCO3)
Bubbles