Which of the following reagents will oxidize primary alcohols to aldehydes: 1. CrO3, H2SO4 2. PCC 3. PCl3 4. SOCl2
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CrO3, H2SO4: This reagent is known as Jones reagent, which is a strong oxidizing agent. It can oxidize primary alcohols to carboxylic acids, not aldehydes. Show more…
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