Câu hỏi
Which of the following reactions produces a carboxylic acid? Select the correct answer below: oxidation of an aldehyde reduction of an aldehyde reduction of an alcohol oxidation of a ketone
Giải pháp
4
(320 Votes)
Elijah Hargrove
Master · Tutor for 5 years
Answer
Oxidation of an aldehyde
Explanation
1. Identify the reaction type for carboxylic acid formation Carboxylic acids are typically formed by the oxidation of aldehydes.2. Analyze each option - **Oxidation of an aldehyde**: Converts an aldehyde to a carboxylic acid. - **Reduction of an aldehyde**: Converts an aldehyde to a primary alcohol, not a carboxylic acid. - **Reduction of an alcohol**: Does not produce a carboxylic acid. - **Oxidation of a ketone**: Ketones do not oxidize to form carboxylic acids under normal conditions.