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Alcohols Flashcards

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1
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What functional group do alcohols contain?

A

-OH

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What is formed when ethanol is oxidised?

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Ethanoic acid

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3
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What two ways are used to oxidise ethanol?

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  • Chemical oxidising agents

- Fermentation

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4
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Where is ethanoic acid found?

A

Vinegar

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What is alcohol used in/for?

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  • Fuels
  • Solvents
  • Ethanol is the main alcohol in alcoholic drinks
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What are the properties of alcohols?

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  • Burn in air
  • React with sodium to produce hydrogen
  • Dissolve in water to produce a neutral solution
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