The following alkanols will yield alkanoic acids on reacting with excess acidified K2Cr2O7 except

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WAEC 1995

A. CH₃CH₂OH
B. (CH₃)₂CHCH₂OH
C. (CH₃)₃CCH₂OH
D. (CH₃)₃COH
E. CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂OH

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

option D is a tertiary alkanol. tertiary alkanols are resistant to oxidation so cannot react with excess acidified \(K_2Cr_2O_7\) to give any product.

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