Alcohols Flashcards
1
Q
What functional group do alcohols contain?
A
-OH
2
Q
What is formed when ethanol is oxidised?
A
Ethanoic acid
3
Q
What two ways are used to oxidise ethanol?
A
- Chemical oxidising agents
- Fermentation
4
Q
Where is ethanoic acid found?
A
Vinegar
5
Q
What is alcohol used in/for?
A
- Fuels
- Solvents
- Ethanol is the main alcohol in alcoholic drinks
6
Q
What are the properties of alcohols?
A
- Burn in air
- React with sodium to produce hydrogen
- Dissolve in water to produce a neutral solution
