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4 marksFunctional Group Analysis, Reactions and Mechanisms

CAPE Chemistry Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 2 · Question 1(d)

Describe the expected observation when EACH isomer in (a) is treated with acidified potassium permanganate.

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  1. 1(a)Draw and state the name of FOUR isomeric alcohols with molecular formula C4H10O.[8 marks]
  2. 1(b)Identify the type of isomerism illustrated in (a).[1 mark]
  3. 1(c)State ONE other type of isomerism that can be displayed by alcohols.[1 mark]
  4. 1(e)State the colour change with K2Cr2O7/H+(aq) which would indicate a positive result.[1 mark]

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