MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #175

What is the primary mechanism of action of the catalyst in the oxidation of an alcohol to a carboxylic acid?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #175

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the primary mechanism of action of the catalyst in the oxidation of an alcohol to a carboxylic acid?

    • A) Electrophilic aromatic substitution
    • B) Nucleophilic aromatic substitution
    • C) Redox reaction
    • D) Oxidation-reduction reaction

    Answer: Redox reaction

    Explanation: A redox reaction occurs, not electrophilic aromatic substitution, which involves a different mechanism.