MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #314

Which calcium salt of a carboxylic acid undergoes dry distillation to produce Propanone as the major organic product?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #314

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which calcium salt of a carboxylic acid undergoes dry distillation to produce Propanone as the major organic product?

    • A) Calcium formate
    • B) Calcium propionate
    • C) Calcium oxalate
    • D) Calcium acetate

    Answer: Calcium acetate

    Explanation: Calcium acetate yields acetone upon dry distillation. Calcium formate is required to produce formaldehyde, while a mixture produces acetaldehyde.