JAMB Chemistry 2016 Objective — Question 6

Question 6 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

6. The products formed when propanol is heated over a copper catalyst in the absence of oxygen are A. CH3CH2CHO and H2 B. CH3CHO and CO2 C. CH3CH2COOH and H2 D. CH3COOH and CO2

A. CH3CH2CHO and H2Correct
B. CH3CHO and CO2
C. CH3CH2COOH and H2
D. CH3COOH and CO2

Explanation

The products formed when propanol is heated over a copper catalyst in the absence of oxygen are CH3CH2CHO and H2.

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