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

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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