MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #460

What is the product of the oxidation of a primary alcohol?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #460

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the product of the oxidation of a primary alcohol?

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

    Answer: Aldehyde

    Explanation: Primary alcohols oxidize to aldehydes, which can further oxidize to carboxylic acids; ketones come from secondary alcohols.