Which one of the following on oxidation gives a ketone? | CGP Edu

Chemistry Alcohol, Phenol and Ether NEET Previous Year Question Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 14, 2026

Which one of the following on oxidation gives a ketone?

A

Primary alcohol

B

Secondary alcohol

C

Tertiary alcohol

D

All of these

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alcohols on oxidation give ketones, alcohols form aldehydes.

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