3 CH₃COCH₃ (acetone) + 4 K₂Cr₂O₇ (potassium dichromate) + 16 H₂SO₄ (sulfuric acid) → 3 CH₃COOH (acetic acid) + 4 Cr₂(SO₄)₃ (chromium(III) sulfate) + 4 K₂SO₄ (potassium sulfate) + 16 H₂O (water)
Here's a breakdown of the reaction:
* Acetone (CH₃COCH₃): The reactant being oxidized. It contains a secondary alcohol functional group.
* Potassium dichromate (K₂Cr₂O₇): The oxidizing agent. It contains chromium(VI) ions, which are reduced during the reaction.
* Sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄): Provides the acidic environment needed for the reaction to occur.
* Acetic acid (CH₃COOH): The product formed by the oxidation of acetone.
* Chromium(III) sulfate (Cr₂(SO₄)₃): The product formed by the reduction of potassium dichromate.
* Potassium sulfate (K₂SO₄): Another product formed.
* Water (H₂O): A by-product of the reaction.
Important Notes:
* This reaction is typically carried out under reflux conditions.
* The reaction is exothermic and can be quite vigorous.
* The color change from orange (dichromate) to green (chromium(III) ions) is a good indicator of the reaction taking place.
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