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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Question:

A liquid was mixed with ethanol and a drop of concentrated H₂SO₄ was added. A compound with a fruity smell was formed. The liquid was

Options:

HCHO

CH₃COCH₃

CH₃COOH

CH₃OH

Correct Answer:

CH₃COOH

Explanation:

Acid reacts with ethanol to form ester having fruity smell.