Chemistry · General methods of preparation, properties, reactions and uses of Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
On reduction of glycolic acid with the product formed is:
On reduction of glycolic acid with \( \boldsymbol{H} \boldsymbol{I} \) the product formed is:
- A. acetic acid
- B. iodo aectic acid
- C. formic acid
- D. none of these
Step-by-step solution
Glycolic acid (HOCH2COOH) undergoes reduction with HI. The hydroxyl group is converted to an iodide, then the carboxylic acid is reduced to a methyl group, yielding acetic acid. The overall reaction is: HOCH2COOH + 2HI → CH3COOH + I2 + H2O.
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