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What happens when Salicylic acid reacts with acetic anhydride in presence of H2SO4? |
Paracetamol is produced Phenacetin is is produced Aspirin is produced Fentanyl is produced |
Aspirin is produced |
The correct answer is option 3. Aspirin is produced. Salicylic acid reacts with acetic anhydride in presence of H2SO4 to form acetyl salicylic acid commonly known as Aspirin which is a very good analgesic. |