Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Alcohols

Alcohols — practice question

The equations for two key processes that are used to produce ethanol are shown. Process 1: $\text{C}_6\text{H}_{12}\text{O}_6 \rightarrow 2\text{C}_2\text{H}_5\text{OH} + 2\text{CO}_2$ Process 2: $\text{C}_2\text{H}_4 + \text{H}_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{C}_2\text{H}_5\text{OH}$ Which statement is not correct?

  • ABoth processes require a catalyst.
  • BBoth processes use a starting material obtained from petroleum.
  • CProcess 1 shows the production of a renewable fuel.
  • DProcess 2 is an addition reaction.

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