engineering chemistry MCQ #596

The compound that is formed by the oxidation of a secondary alcohol is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #596

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that is formed by the oxidation of a secondary alcohol is?

    • A) Aldehyde
    • B) Ketone
    • C) Carboxylic acid
    • D) Ester

    Answer: Ketone

    Explanation: Secondary alcohols are oxidized to form ketones, which have a carbonyl group.