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The reagent( s) used in the preparation of aspirin from salicylic acid is/are

A

`SOCl_(2)` , pyridine

B

`(CH_(3)CO)_(2) O , H^(+)`

C

`CH_(3) CO_(2) H , HCl`

D

`CH_(3) Cl , AlCl_(3)`

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The correct Answer is:
B
Aspirin (2-acetoxy benzoic acid) is an analgesic. It is obtained by acetalylation of salicylic acid with acetic anhydride and conc. `H_(2)SO_(4)`.
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