AIIMS2004Chemistry-Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
AIIMS 2004 Chemistry Oxidation Reactions MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
The most suitable reagent for the conversion of RCH₂OH → RCHO is
A
KMnO₄
B
K₂Cr₂O₇
C
CrO₃
D
PCC (pyridine chloro chromate)
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
Pyridine chloro chromate (PCC) [C5H5NH+ClCrO3-] selectively oxidizes primary alcohols to aldehydes. Secondary alcohols can be oxidized to ketones with PCC.
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