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Distinguish between Ethanol and Ethanoic acid on the basis of Blue litmus test
Reaction with sodium bicarbonate
Reaction with Sodium metal

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To distinguish between Ethanol (C2H5OH) and Ethanoic Acid (CH3COOH), we can analyze their behavior based on three parameters: the Blue Litmus Test, Reaction with Sodium Bicarbonate, and Reaction with Sodium Metal. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Blue Litmus Test:** - **Ethanol:** Ethanol is not acidic in nature. When blue litmus paper is dipped in ethanol, there is no change in color. The blue litmus remains blue. - **Ethanoic Acid:** Ethanoic acid is acidic. When blue litmus paper is dipped in ethanoic acid, it turns red, indicating the presence of an acid. ...
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