Alcohols

Question 1

A by-product of the reaction of butan-2-ol with concentrated sulfuric acid has the molecular formula C4H8O. Name this by-product, identify the role of the sulfuric acid in its formation and suggest the name of a method that could be used to separate the products of this reaction

Answer 1

• By-product: Butanone
• Role of sulfuric acid: Oxidising Agent
• Name of separation method: Fractional Distillation

Question 2

Suggest how the anti-bumping granules prevent bumping during reflux

Answer 2

Allows smaller bubbles to form OR Prevents the formation of
(very) large bubbles