Alcohols Flashcards
1
Q
A by-product of the reaction of butan-2-ol with concentrated sulfuric acid has the molecular formula C4H8O. Name this by-product, identify the role of the sulfuric acid in its formation and suggest the name of a method that could be used to separate the products of this reaction
A
- By-product: Butanone
- Role of sulfuric acid: Oxidising Agent
- Name of separation method: Fractional Distillation
2
Q
Suggest how the anti-bumping granules prevent bumping during reflux
A
Allows smaller bubbles to form OR Prevents the formation of
(very) large bubbles
