MCQ
An organic compound containing oxygen, upon oxidation forms a carboxylic acid as the only organic product with its molecular mass higher by 14 units. The organic compound is ___________ .
  • A
    a ketone
  • a primary alcohol
  • C
    an aldehyde
  • D
    a secondary alcohol

Answer

Correct option: B.
a primary alcohol
(b) a primary alcohol
Explanation:When -CH2OH group is replaced by -COOH group then only molecular weight will increase by 14units. .

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