CH_3CH_2OH converts into CH_3CHO in the presence of **[BCECE 2004]**

JEE Main Chemistry question

converts into in the presence of **[BCECE 2004]**

(A) and NaOH
(B) and dil. Correct
(C)NaOH
(D)Fe in presence of NaOH

Answer: (B)

Solution

Controlled oxidation of ethanol to acetaldehyde is achieved using sodium dichromate acidified with dilute (or ), which stops at the aldehyde stage under suitable

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