Waec Model Questions Vol1 2022 Chemistry Question 10

Practice objective / multiple choice question 10 from the 2022 Waec Model Questions Vol1 Chemistry examination.

Waec Model Questions Vol1 2022 Chemistry Objective / Multiple Choice Medium Difficulty
Question 10 WAEC_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1 • 2022 • CHEMISTRY • objective

A cyclic ether with molecular formula C₅H₁₀O undergoes acid‑catalysed hydrolysis with excess water to give a diol D. The diol is then oxidised with sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) under alkaline conditions to afford a dicarboxylic acid E. Identify compound E (provide its common name and molecular formula).

Answer Options

A. Glutaric acid (C₅H₈O₄)
Correct Answer B. Adipic acid (C₆H₁₀O₄)
C. Succinic acid (C₄H₆O₄)
D. Azelaic acid (C₉H₁₆O₄)
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
Adipic acid (C₆H₁₀O₄)

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This is Waec Model Questions Vol1 2022 Chemistry Question 10. It is one of the objective questions from the 2022 Waec Model Questions Vol1 Chemistry examination.

Difficulty level: Medium .

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