JEE Main 2021 — Carboxylic Acid Derivatives Question with Solution
JEE Main 2021 (25 Feb Shift 1)
Question
Which one of the following reactions will not form acetaldehyde?
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Correct answer
A
Step-by-step explanation
Ethyl alcohol on oxidation with acidified chromium oxide forms acetic acid. The reaction is as follows:
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