Organic Compounds Containing Halogens Question 139
The compound added to prevent chloroform from forming phosgene gas is
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Options:
A) $ C_2H_5OH $
B) $ CH_3COOH $
C) $ CH_3COCH_3 $
D) $ CH_3OH $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Because it floats over chloroform and prevents its oxidation.