Multiple choice

An organic compound X is an essential constituent of wine /beer and intoxication causes by drinks. Oxidation of X yields an organic compound Y, which is present in vinegar. What is X and Y?

  1. X = CH3CH2OH, Y = CH3COOH

  2. X = CH3OH, Y = CH3COOH

  3. X = CH4, Y = CH3OH

  4. X = CH3CHO, Y = CH3COOH

  5. X = CH3COOH, Y = CH3COOH

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Explanation

Compound ( X) CH3CH2OH is ethanol,  which essential constituent of beer and wine. It causes intoxication. Oxidation of ethanol (CH3CH2OH) yields ethanoic acids. Vinegar is 5-8% solution of ethanoic acid (acetic acid) in water. CH3CH2OH □(→┴(Oxidation ) ) CH3COOH