MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #59

A 1-mole sample of 1-propanol is completely oxidized using acidified K2Cr2O7. What is the mass of the final organic product formed?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #59

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A 1-mole sample of 1-propanol is completely oxidized using acidified K2Cr2O7. What is the mass of the final organic product formed?

    • A) 60 g
    • B) 74 g
    • C) 88 g
    • D) 46 g

    Answer: 74 g

    Explanation: Primary alcohols oxidize to aldehydes then carboxylic acids. Propanol (C3) forms propanoic acid (M.W 74). 60g is the mass of acetic acid.