Question

What is Oxidation of Aldehydes in Carbonyl Compounds?

Answer

Aldehydes, RCHO, can be oxidized to carboxylic acids, RCO₂H. Ketones are not oxidized under these conditions as they lack the critical H for the elimination to occur.

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