MCAT Organic Chemistry Question 52: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 52
7. If 2-butanol was treated with dichromate, what reaction would occur?
- A. Reduction, resulting in the formation of butene
- B. Oxidation, resulting in the formation of butanoic acid
- C. Oxidation, resulting in the formation of butanone
- D. No reaction would occur
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Because 2-butanol is a secondary alcohol, oxidation by a strong oxidizing agent like dichromate will result in a ketone, 2-butanone.