The alcohols which are resistant to oxidation reactions are:
Correct answer: C. Tertiary alcohol
- A. Primary alcohols
- B. Secondary alcohol
- C. Tertiary alcohol
- D. All of above options are correct
Explanation
Tertiary alcohols because the carbon atom that carries the OH group does not have a hydrogen atom attached but is instead bonded to other carbon atoms, so two hydrogen atoms cannot be lost, which is necessary for oxidation.
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Alcohols are classified as primary, secondary or tertiary and studied through their hydrogen bonding, acidity, oxidation and reactions with active metals, acids and halogenating agents. Phenols require separate treatment because the hydroxyl group is attached to an aromatic ring, making their acidity and electrophilic substitution different from ordinary alcohols.
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