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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Question:

Which of the following reagents can not be used to oxidise primary alcohols to aldehydes?

Options:

KMnO4 in acidic medium

H2SO4

Copper dust at high temperature

CrO3 in anhydrous medium

Correct Answer:

KMnO4 in acidic medium

Explanation:

KMnO4 in acidic medium cannot be used to oxidize primary alcohols to aldehydes. The oxidation will not stop at aldehyde stage.