MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #485

How many grams of Ag2O are needed to oxidize 0.5 mol of acetaldehyde to acetic acid?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #485

  1. Question 1

    Q1. How many grams of Ag2O are needed to oxidize 0.5 mol of acetaldehyde to acetic acid?

    • A) 108 g
    • B) 216 g
    • C) 54 g
    • D) 27 g

    Answer: 216 g

    Explanation: 1 mol Ag2O oxidizes 1 mol aldehyde. 0.5 mol × 216 g/mol (Ag2O) = 108 g (A uses 1:1 ratio but wrong molar mass).