Alcohols and Ethers - Result Question 47
####52. A compound $D\left(C _8 H _{10} O\right)$ upon treatment with alkaline solution of iodine gives a yellow precipitate. The filtrate on acidification gives a white solid $E\left(C _7 H _6 O _2\right)$. Write the structures of $D, E$ and explain the formation of $E$. (1996, 2M)
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Solution:
- $E=C _6 H _5 COOH$ (benzoic acid)