In the reaction, A [H_2SO_4] K_2Cr_2O_7 acetone Oxidation acetic acid , A is **[UP SEE 2006]**

JEE Main Chemistry question

In the reaction, , is **[UP SEE 2006]**

(A)1-propanol
(B)2-butanol
(C)2-propanolCorrect
(D)Ethanol

Answer: (C)

Solution

Oxidation of a secondary alcohol with acidified gives a ketone. 2-Propanol (isopropanol), , is oxidised to acetone, , which can be further oxidatively cleaved to acetic acid (and

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