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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