Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Question 222
Question: A compound X with molecular formula $ C_3H_8O $ can be oxidised to a compound Y with the molecular formula $ C_3H_6O_2 $ X is most likely to be
[MP PMT 1991]
Options:
A) Primary alcohol
B) Secondary alcohol
C) Aldehyde
D) Ketone
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
$ \underset{X}{\mathop{CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-OH}}\xrightarrow{Oxidation}\underset{Y}{\mathop{CH_3CH_2COOH}} $ Since on oxidation same no. of carbon atoms are obtained in as therefore alcohol is primary
BETA
