Q. A compound $`A'$ has a molecular formula $C_{2}Cl_{3}OH$. $A$ reduces Fehling solution and on oxidation produces a monocarboxylic acid $B.A$ can also be obtained by the action of $Cl_{2}$ on ethanol. $A$ is
A) Chloral
B) $CHCl_{3}$
C) $CH_{3}Cl$
D) Chloroacetic acid
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: Chloral.
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.