Does any one know about Victor Mayers test for alcohols??

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Pls tell me the reagents used and how the test works.
I would be really glad if u can elaborate.

2007-08-31 14:30:36 · 1 answers · asked by sarjan_sarge 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

Could u just tell me what colours do i get with diff alcohols and why do u get colour in the first place
Do phenols also give this test

2007-09-03 18:34:48 · update #1

NaNO2 and HCl, different colouration for different alcohols.

2007-08-31 19:34:46 · answer #1 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋