Carbon and its Compounds
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An organic compound X with molecular formula C₂H₆O reacts with sodium metal to liberate hydrogen gas. When X is heated with concentrated sulphuric acid at 170°C, it forms compound Y with molecular formula C₂H₄. Identify compound X.