Synthesis of para-Benzoquinone From Hydroquinone

First published at 10:46 UTC on August 17th, 2020.
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In this video I carry out a synthesis of 1,4-benzoquinone from hydroquinone using sodium chlorate, vanadium pentoxide, and 2% sulfuric acid. The synthesis is very straightforward. A link to the procedure that I used can be found here:
http://orgsyn.o…

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CategoryScience & Technology
SensitivityNormal - Content that is suitable for ages 16 and over
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