(a)
To determine: The mechanism to show the interchange of protons between ethanol molecules under acid catalysis.
Interpretation: The mechanism to show the interchange of protons between ethanol molecules under acid catalysis is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Catalysis is defined as the phenomenon which increases the rate of
(b)
To determine: The mechanism to show the interchange of protons between ethanol molecules under base catalysis.
Interpretation: The mechanism to show the interchange of protons between ethanol molecules under base catalysis is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Catalysis is defined as the phenomenon which increases the rate of chemical reactions. The rate of reaction increases due to the substance which is added during the chemical reaction and that chemical substance is known as a catalyst.
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