Which of the following types of alkanols undergo oxidation to produce alkanoic acids. I. Primary...

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Which of the following types of alkanols undergo oxidation to produce alkanoic acids.

I. Primary alkanols
II. Secondary alkanols
III. Tertiary alkanols

A. I, II and III
B. I and II only
C. III only
D. I only

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Only primary alkanols undergo oxidation to produce alkanoic acid. Option A,B,C will not produce alkanoic acid

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