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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Question:
Which of the following organic compounds are second oxidation products of alkanes?
Options:
Carboxylic acid
Ethers
Alcohols and esters
Aldehydes and ketones
Correct Answer:
Aldehydes and ketones
Explanation:
Alkanes are first oxidised into alcohols. Further oxidation leads to the formation of aldehydes and ketones.