JAMB Chemistry 2020 Objective — Question 14

Question 14 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2020 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

14. What product(s) would you expect from the oxidation of propan-1-ol?

A. A. propanal
B. B. propanal and propanoic acidCorrect
C. C. propanoic acid
D. D. none

Explanation

Partial oxidation of a primary alcohol (propan-1-ol) gives an aldehyde (propanal); further/complete oxidation gives a carboxylic acid (propanoic acid). Depending on conditions, both may be obtained.

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