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An organic compound 'A' of molecular formula `C_(2)H_(6)O` on oxidation with dilute alkaline `KMnO_(4)` solution gives an acid 'B' with the same number of carbon atoms. Compound 'A' is often used for sterilization of skin by doctors.
(i) Name the compounds 'A' and 'B'.
(ii) Write the chemical equation involved in the formation of 'B' from 'A'.

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(i) Compound A : Ethanol (ethyl alcohol)
Compound B : Ethanoic acid (acetic acid)
`underset"(A)"(C_(5)H_(5)OH)overset"Alkaline"underset(KMnO_(4))rightarrowunderset((B))(CH_(3)COOH)`
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