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CHM 102 Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Question

What is the product of the reaction between ethylene and steam (H2O) at 325°C with a catalyst?
Options
A methanol
B ethanol
Correct Answer
C ethylene glycol
D acetaldehyde
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Hydration of ethene (CH2=CH2) with steam over an acid catalyst at 325°C produces ethanol.

Hint

This is an industrial route to ethanol.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 53 of 1999
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