NEETChemistryChemical Kinetics
In an example (oxidation of ethane to CO 2 and H 2 O), what type of reactions are the formation of alcohol, aldehyde, and acid?
Options
- AConsecutive reactions
- BReverse reactions
- CSide reactions
- DSimultaneous reactions
Correct answer
A. Consecutive reactions
Step-by-step solution
In the given example, the formation of alcohol, aldehyde, and acid represents consecutive reactions because they are intermediate steps in the overall oxidation of ethane.