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Aspirin is obtained by the reaction of salicylic acid with

Aspirin is obtained by the reaction of salicylic acid with

Options

(a) acetic acid
(b) acetaldehyde
(c) acetone
(d) acetic anhydride

Correct Answer:

acetic anhydride

Explanation:

The aspirin is obtained by the reaction of salicylic acid with acetyl chloride. It is used as an analgesic to relieve body pain.

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