AIIMS2002Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

AIIMS 2002 Chemistry Reactions of Acetylene MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Action of acetylene on dilute H₂SO₄ gives

A

acetic acid

B

acetaldehyde

C

acetone

D

acetoacetic ester

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Acetylene is converted to acetaldehyde when acetylene is treated with dil. H2SO4 and small amount of HgSO4.

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