What happens when acetic acid reacts wit

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Question:

What happens when acetic acid reacts with PCl₃?

Options:

Acetyl chloride + H₃PO₃

Acetyl chloride + POCl₃

Acetic anhydride + H₃PO₃

Acetic anhydride + POCl₃

Correct Answer:

Acetyl chloride + H₃PO₃

Explanation:

Acetic acid reacts with PCl₃ to produce acetyl chloride.