1. reaction of sulfur with chlorine = sulfur dichloride 2. sulfur dichloride with acetic acid

Question

hi dear i am trying to make acetic anhydride as follows

1. reaction of sulfur with chlorine = sulfur dichloride

2. sulfur dichloride with acetic acid= acetyl chloride


3.acetyl chloride with sodium acetate= acetic anhudride



But the problem is reaction of acetic anhydride with water , it get dissolved in water instantly as its density is low i think but i am getting why?

please guide me dear

THANKS

Answer 1

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