Chemistry-Reactions of Carboxylic Acids
NEET Chemistry Reactions of Carboxylic Acids MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12
When acetic anhydride is hydrolyzed, how many moles of acetic acid are produced from 1 mole of acetic anhydride?
A
1 mole
B
2 moles
C
0.5 mole
D
3 moles
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, anhydrides are hydrolyzed to produce corresponding acids. Acetic anhydride forms 2 moles of acetic acid upon hydrolysis.
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