Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Electrochemistry

Electrochemistry — practice question

The two reactions below are displayed, and in each case only one product has been named. $\text{ethanol} + \text{acidified } \text{Cr}_2\text{O}_7^{2-} \rightarrow \text{ethanal}$ $\text{ethanol} + \text{sodium} \rightarrow \text{sodium ethoxide}$ Which statement concerning these reactions is correct?

  • AThe formations of both ethanal and sodium ethoxide are redox reactions.
  • BThe formations of both ethanal and sodium ethoxide result in colour changes.
  • CThe formation of ethanal is catalysed by potassium dichromate.
  • DThe formation of sodium ethoxide is a dehydration reaction.

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