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Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids: Preparation MCQ

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PreparationMediumQuestion 40013

Question

Benzoic acid can be obtained by oxidation of:

  1. A
    toluene side chain
    Correct
  2. B
    benzene ring only
  3. C
    phenol only
  4. D
    anisole only

Correct answer

toluene side chain

Explanation

Strong oxidation converts the side chain to -COOH.

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