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CHM 102 Carbonyl Compounds Objective Question
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Which of the following is a common laboratory method for preparing aldehydes?
Options
A Oxidation of secondary alcohols
B Oxidation of primary alcohols with PCC
Correct Answer
C Reduction of carboxylic acids
D Friedel-Crafts alkylation
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Primary alcohols can be oxidized to aldehydes using mild oxidizing agents like PCC (pyridinium chlorochromate) without overoxidation to carboxylic acids.

Hint

Controlled oxidation of 1° alcohol.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carbonyl Compounds
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 664 of 1999
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