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Paper 4 structured question: Alcohols

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Paper 4Theory (Extended)6 marks

Ethanol can be produced through two main methods: fermentation and catalytic addition of steam to ethene.

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Ethanol Production Methods

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both methods of ethanol production.

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    Discuss the pros and cons of producing ethanol through fermentation.

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Paper 4 structured question: Alcohols

Paper 4Theory (Extended)6 marks

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Ethanol Production Methods

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the catalytic addition of steam to ethene.

  1. b

    Discuss the pros and cons of producing ethanol through the catalytic addition of steam to ethene.

    Aim for approximately 6 distinct marking points.

    [6]