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An organic compound 'A' (molecular formula `C_(4)H_(10)O`) reacts vigorously with acetyl chloride and responds to iodoform test. When passed over heated alumina, 'A' is converted into another compound 'B' `(C_(4)H_(8))` which upon ozonolysis gives only an aldehyde. Identify 'A' and 'B' with reactions.

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The reactions of the compound 'A' suggest that it is a secondary alcohol. i.e., butan-2-ol and reacts as follows:
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