Differentiate between Ethanol and Ethanoic acid

Ethanol

Ethanoic Acid

1. It is an alcohol
2. The functional group present in ethanol is (-OH) hydroxy .
3. Molecular formula is C ₂ H ₅ OH
4. It reacts with alkaline KMNO ₄ to give ethanoic acid.
5. It is basic in nature.
6. Ethanol is used to prepare alcoholic beverages, hand sanitizers etc.

1. It is a carboxylic acid
2. The functional group present in ethanoic acid is (-COOH) carboxylic group .
3. Molecular formula is CH ₃ COOH
4. It shows no reaction with alkaline KMNO ₄ .
5. As the name suggests, it is acidic in nature.
6. Ethanoic acid is used in the preparation of vinegar