The balanced equation for the reaction of X with an excess of acidified $\mathrm{K_2Cr_2O_7}$ is given below. $\mathrm{X + 3[O] \rightarrow Y + H_2O}$. Compound Y is the only organic product formed in the reaction. Which compound is X?
Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · 8.3
The balanced equation for the reaction of X with an excess of acidified $\mathrm{K_2Cr_2O_7}$ is given below. $\mathrm{X + 3[O] \rightarrow Y + H_2O}$. Compound Y is the only organic product formed in the reaction. Which compound is X?