MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #174

During the oxidation of an alcohol to a ketone, which functional group is formed?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #174

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the oxidation of an alcohol to a ketone, which functional group is formed?

    • A) A hydroxyl group
    • B) A methyl group
    • C) A carbonyl group
    • D) A carboxyl group

    Answer: A carbonyl group

    Explanation: A carbonyl group is formed, not a hydroxyl group, which is already present in the reactant.