Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002085
What is the product when alcohols are oxidised to carboxylic acids?
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Aldehydes
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Ketones
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Esters
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Alkanoic acids
Answer and Solution
Answer
D. Alkanoic acids
Solution:
When alcohols undergo oxidation, they are converted into carboxylic acids, specifically alkanoic acids, through the removal of hydrogen atoms. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Alkanoic acids'.
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