Ortho-sulphobenzimide is used as:

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Mohan heated ethanol with a compound 'X' in the presence of a few drops of conc. \( H_2SO_4 \) and observed a sweet smelling compound 'Y' is formed. When 'Y' is treated with sodium hydroxide it gives back ethanol and a compound 'Z'.
(i) Identify 'X', 'Y' and 'Z'.
(ii) Write the role of conc. \( H_2SO_4 \) in the reaction.
(iii) Write the chemical equations involved and name the reactions.

Answer 1

Ortho-sulphobenzimide, also known as saccharin, is a non-caloric artificial sweetener frequently employed as a sugar substitute. Final Answer:\[\boxed{\text{Artificial sweetener}}\]

Ortho-sulphobenzimide is used as:

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The Correct Option is B

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