STANDARDChemistry-Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
STANDARD Chemistry Oxidation Reactions MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
The final product (Y) in the following sequence of chemical reaction is
A
an alkene
B
a carboxylic acid
C
an aldehyde
D
sodium salt of carboxylic acid.
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
The reaction sequence involves oxidation of methanol to formaldehyde, followed by further oxidation to formic acid, which reacts with NaOH to form sodium formate.
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