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(a) An organic compound (A) of molecular formula C6H6O gives violet colour with neutral ferric chloride. Compound (A) when refluxed with CHCl3 and NaOH gives two isomers (B) and (C). Compound (A) when added ot diazomethane in alkaline medium gives an ether (D). Identify (A), (B), (C) and (D). Explain the reactions.

(b) Compound (A) is an orange red crystal and also a powerful oxidising agent. Compound (A) when treated with potassium chloride and concentrated sulphuric acid evolves coloured gas (B). When KOH reacts with (A) an yellow solution of (C) is obtained. Identify (A), (B) and (C). Explain the reactions.

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The products and reactions are as shown in image.
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