Which of the following is formed when acetone is oxidized?
Correct answer: B. Ethanoic acid
- A. Formic acid
- B. Ethanoic acid
- C. Propanoic Acid
- D. Butyric Acid
Explanation
Ketones on oxidation give carboxylic acids with 1 carbon atom less than ketone. Since acetone contains 3 carbon atoms, it will form a carboxylic acid with 2 carbon atoms which is ethanoic acid or acetic acid.Hence, option B is correct.
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