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Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers: Oxidation MCQ

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OxidationMediumQuestion 39011

Question

Primary alcohols on controlled oxidation generally form:

  1. A
    aldehydes
    Correct
  2. B
    ketones directly only
  3. C
    ethers
  4. D
    alkenes

Correct answer

aldehydes

Explanation

Further oxidation can give carboxylic acids.

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