How to Convert Tartaric Acid to H2C2O4?

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The discussion focuses on converting tartaric acid to oxalic acid, with participants clarifying the chemical structures involved. Tartaric acid is identified as 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid, while oxalic acid is recognized as a dicarboxylic acid. A method using dilute KMnO4 is suggested to differentiate between the two compounds, noting that oxalic acid will produce CO2 and H2O, leading to the decolorization of KMnO4. There is confusion regarding the naming conventions for tartaric acid, specifically why "1,4" is not included in its designation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of thorough research and accurate chemical nomenclature.
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i need ans for this whole question . my ans for part i ) is oxalic acid - dicarboxlic acid tartaric acid - 2,3-dihydroxo-1,4-dicarboxlic acid .

for part c ) I used dilute KMNO4 to differentiate these 2 compounds . Oxalic acid will show positive result , which is CO2 ANH H20 formed , and purple KMON4 decoulorises.
 

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desmond iking said:
i need ans for this whole question

Then try to answer it. Asking four question and answering two of them to pretend you attempted to solve won't work.

Your names are wrong. 30 seconds googling to find the correct ones on the web.
 
Borek said:
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well , the ans for tartraic acid acid is 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid... i am wondering why not 2,3-dihydroxy-1,4-butanedioic acid... Why the 1, 4 is not needed?
 
Borek said:
Then try to answer it. Asking four question and answering two of them to pretend you attempted to solve won't work.

Your names are wrong. 30 seconds googling to find the correct ones on the web.
i am just having problem with the two of the question , NOT ALL...
 
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