Isobutyl alcohol on oxidation converts to a carbonyl Compound A. A is
Correct answer: C. 2-Methyl propanal
- A. Butanone
- B. Butanal
- C. 2-Methyl propanal
- D. All of the above
Explanation
Isobutyl alcohol is a primary alcohol, and when it undergoes oxidation, it forms an aldehyde. The specific aldehyde formed is 2-methyl propanal. This is because oxidation of primary alcohols typically results in the formation of aldehydes. Butanone is not possible as it is a ketone, which is formed from secondary alcohols. Butanal does not match the structural outcome of the oxidation process of isobutyl alcohol. Therefore, the correct answer is 2-methyl propanal.
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