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To convert benzyl alcohol to 2-phenylethanoic acid, you would first need to oxidize the alcohol group to a carboxylic acid group. This can be achieved by using a strong oxidizing agent such as potassium permanganate (KMnO4) or chromic acid (H2CrO4). The benzyl alcohol would be converted to benzaldehyde, and further oxidation would yield 2-phenylethanoic acid. The reaction would typically be carried out under acidic conditions to facilitate the oxidation process.
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CoachBenzyl alcohol can be converted to 2-phenylethanoic acid through oxidation using a strong oxidizing agent such as potassium permanganate (KMnO4) in acidic conditions. The benzyl alcohol is oxidized to benzoic acid, which can then be further oxidized to 2-phenylethanoic acid by using a milder oxidizing agent like Jones reagent (chromic acid).
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Is benzyl benzoate a paraben?
No, benzyl benzoate is not a paraben. It is an ester derived from benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol, commonly used as a medication for scabies and lice infestations. Parabens, on the other hand, are a class of preservatives often used in cosmetics and personal care products.
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Phenol is converted to aspirin by adding carboxylic acid and esterifying the alcohol.
How do you convert carbonic acid to alcohol?
Carbonic acid cannot be directly converted to alcohol. However, carbonic acid can decompose into water and carbon dioxide. To make alcohol, you would typically start with a precursor such as sugar or starch and then undergo fermentation by yeast to produce alcohol.
How will you convert an acid into ester without using alcohol?
One way to convert an acid into an ester without using alcohol is by reacting the acid with an alcohol derivative (such as an alkoxide or dialkyl sulfate) in the presence of a strong acid catalyst. This method can result in the formation of an ester through an acid-catalyzed esterification reaction.
