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A small amount of ethyl alcohol is usually added to chloroform bottles. Why?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Chloroform's Reactivity**: Chloroform (CHCl3) is a volatile organic compound that can react with oxygen in the presence of sunlight. This reaction can lead to the formation of harmful byproducts. 2. **Formation of Phosgene**: One of the toxic byproducts formed when chloroform reacts with oxygen is phosgene (COCl2). Phosgene is a colorless gas that is highly toxic and poses serious health risks. 3. **Role of Ethyl Alcohol**: To mitigate the formation of phosgene, a small amount of ethyl alcohol (C2H5OH) is added to chloroform bottles. Ethyl alcohol acts as a protective agent. ...
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