Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2006 2006Moderate

Acetic anhydride is obtained from acetyl chloride in the reaction with:

Correct answer: C. +CH3COONa

  • A. P2O5
  • B. H2SO4
  • C. +CH3COONa
  • D. CH3COOH

Explanation

Acetyl chloride reacts with sodium acetate to give acetic anhydride.

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