AP EAMCET2006ChemistryHaloalkanes and Haloarenes
Which of the following is added to chloroform to slow down its aerial oxidation in presence of light ?
Options
- ACarbonyl chloride
- BEthyl alcohol
- CSodium hydroxide
- DNitric acid
Correct answer
B. Ethyl alcohol
Step-by-step solution
Ethyl alcohol is used as a negative catalyst for the aerial oxidation of chloroform in presence of light. So, ethyl alcohol is added to chloroform.