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7 marksReactions of Carbon Compounds

CSEC Chemistry · January 2020 · Paper 2 · Question 5(b)(ii)

Ethanol is a solvent for cosmetics and perfumes. A reaction shows ethanol converting to Compound D.

Explain how ethanol can be made from the fermentation of sugar. Include the chemical equation for the overall fermentation process.

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  1. 5(a)(i)State the name of Compound C and the homologous series to which it belongs.[2 marks]
  2. 5(a)(ii)Draw the FULLY displayed structural formulae of the two molecules that are produced when Compound C is hydrolysed.[2 marks]
  3. 5(b)(i)State the name of Compound D and identify the reagent and conditions necessary for ethanol to be converted into Compound D.[3 marks]
  4. 5(b)(iii)State ONE other use of ethanol.[1 mark]

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