n-Propyl alcohol and Isopropyl alcohol can be chemically distinguished by which reagent:
PCl₅
Reduction
Oxidation with Potassium dichromate
Ozonolysis
n-Propyl alcohol (propan-1-ol) is a primary alcohol, while Isopropyl alcohol (propan-2-ol) is a secondary alcohol. They can be distinguished by their oxidation products using a strong oxidising agent like acidified Potassium Dichromate ().
(Note: reacts with both to give alkyl chlorides. Ozonolysis is a test for alkenes. Reduction is not a standard distinguishing test for alcohols).
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