Chloroform on reaction with acetone gives ______?

The correct answer is Hypnotics.

Key Points

Hypnotics:

• Hypnotics are a class of drugs that are used to induce sleep or a state of hypnosis.
• They work by depressing the central nervous system, slowing down brain activity, and reducing wakefulness.
• Hypnotics can be prescribed for a variety of sleep disorders, including insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless leg syndrome.
• Chloroform combines with acetone in the presence of potassium hydroxide to give chlorine, which is used as a sleep-producing (hypnotic) drug.

The reaction is given below:

Additional InformationAnalgesics:

• Analgesics are a class of drugs that are used to relieve pain.
• They work by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain, either by inhibiting the production of chemicals that cause pain (such as prostaglandins) or by interfering with the way pain signals are processed in the nervous system.

Insecticides:

• Insecticides are a class of chemicals that are used to control and kill insects.
• They can be applied in various forms, including sprays, baits, and powders, and can be used in both agricultural and residential settings.