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2004 · Q90
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Aldehydes Ketones and Carboxylic Acids question

2004 · Q90

NEETChemistryAldehydes Ketones and Carboxylic AcidsMCQ+4 / −1
Which one of the following can be oxidised to the corresponding carbonyl compound?
  1. A
    2-Hydroxypropane
  2. B
    ortho-Nitrophenol
  3. C
    Phenol
  4. D
    2-Methyl-2-hydroxypropane
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Correct answer: A

Carbonyl compounds (aldehydes and ketones) are obtained by the oxidation of 1° and 2° alcohols respectively. Among the given options, only (a) is 2° alcohol hence it can be oxidized to ketone.

AIPMT 2004 Chemistry - Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids Question 45 English Explanation

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