Question on: JAMB Chemistry - 2015
Which of the following types of alkanols undergo oxidation to produce alkanoic acids.
I. Primary alkanols
II. Secondary alkanols
III. Tertiary alkanols
I. Primary alkanols
II. Secondary alkanols
III. Tertiary alkanols
A
I, II and III
B
I and II only
C
III only
D
I only
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Correct Option: D
Only primary alkanols undergo oxidation to produce alkanoic acid. Option A,B,C will not produce alkanoic acid
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