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The discussion revolves around identifying the products of a chemical reaction involving potassium dichromate and an alcohol, with participants selecting from a list of compounds labeled A - L. The focus is on the oxidation process and the resulting products.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant initially proposes that the product of the reaction is only K, but expresses uncertainty about this conclusion.
  • Another participant questions the reasoning behind selecting K, specifically asking about the action of potassium dichromate on the alcohol.
  • A hint is provided regarding the reputation of potassium dichromate, suggesting its role as an oxidizing agent.
  • A later reply explains that potassium dichromate, in conjunction with hydrochloric acid, oxidizes the alcohol to produce a carboxylic acid, identifying the product as the compound represented by the letter E.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus, as there are differing views on the correct product of the reaction, with at least two competing claims regarding the products (K and E).

Contextual Notes

There are unresolved assumptions regarding the specific conditions of the reaction and the definitions of the compounds listed A - L. The discussion does not clarify the exact nature of the alcohol or the reaction conditions.

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I need to find the product/s of a reaction, which has to be chosen from the list of compounds
A - L. I thought the answer was only K but it seems to be wrong or that there is another product to add.

(See the attachment). Thanks!
 

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Orion78 said:
I need to find the product/s of a reaction, which has to be chosen from the list of compounds
A - L. I thought the answer was only K but it seems to be wrong or that there is another product to add.

(See the attachment). Thanks!

How K? What is the action of acidic Potassium dichromate on the alcohol?
 
HINT: What is Potassium Dichromate is reputed for?
 
Potassium Dichromate is an oxidizing agent that is used to oxidize alcohols. In this case potassium Dichromate and hydrochloric acid oxidises the alcohol, which is the reactant of the reaction to produce the carboxylic acid, which is characterized by the functional group COOH. The product of my reaction is therefore that one represented by the letter E. Thanks for your hints!
 

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