JEE MAIN - Chemistry (2009 - No. 13)
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 :
CH3OH
HCHO
CH3CO CH3
CH3COOH
Selitys
Fruity smell is due to ester formation which is formed between ethanol and acid.
