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Compound (A) of molecular formula C(9)H(...

Compound `(A)` of molecular formula `C_(9)H_(7)O_(2)Cl` exists in ketoform and predominantly in enolic form `(B)`. On oxidation with `KMnO_(4)`, `(A)` gives m-chlorobenzoic acid. Identify `(A)` and `(B)`.

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To identify compounds (A) and (B) based on the given molecular formula \(C_9H_7O_2Cl\) and the information provided, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Calculate the Degree of Unsaturation The degree of unsaturation (DU) can be calculated using the formula: \[ DU = \frac{2C + 2 + N - H - X}{2} \] Where: ...
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