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Which reagent is most suitable for the conversion of to ?
- A.
- B.
- C.
- D.
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Correct answer: C —
Solution
- Primary alcohols are easily oxidized to carboxylic acids by strong oxidizing agents.
- PCC is a selective, mild oxidizing agent used in anhydrous conditions.
- It prevents over-oxidation of the aldehyde to a carboxylic acid.
- Hence the answer is (C).
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