MCAT Organic Chemistry Question 68: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 68
8. Which of the following will convert cyclohexanol to cyclohexanone?
I. Chromium trioxide
II. Pyridinium chlorochromate
III. Sodium dichromate
- A. I only
- B. II only
- C. I and III only
- D. I, II, and III
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Cyclohexanol is a secondary alcohol, so any of the oxidizing agents listed will convert it to a ketone.