Question detail
Which reagent is commonly used to convert an alcohol into a ketone?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Organic synthesis (A-level only)
Question
- A. Potassium dichromate
- B. Sodium hydroxide
- C. Hydrochloric acid
- D. Bromine water
Answer
Potassium dichromate
Explanation
Potassium dichromate is an oxidizing agent that can oxidize primary and secondary alcohols to aldehydes and ketones, respectively, under acidic conditions.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Functional Groups
Students often confuse different functional groups and their reactivity, leading to incorrect reagents being chosen for interconversions.
Review the properties and reactions of each functional group, ensuring a clear understanding of how to convert one functional group to another, including the appropriate reagents and conditions.
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