AIPMT MAINS 2009 Chemistry Oxidation Reactions MCQ Question with Solution

H₂COH . CH₂OH on heating with periodic acid gives:

A

2 HCOOH

B

CHO

C

CHO

D

2 CO₂

Option A

The reaction of periodic acid with vicinal diols results in the cleavage of the C⁻C bond, forming aldehydes or ketones.

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