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What is the organic product when propan-2-ol is heated with acidified potassium dichromate(VI)?

Correct answer C. Propanone

Explanation

Secondary alcohols are oxidised to ketones. Propan-2-ol loses two hydrogen atoms to give propanone, CH₃COCH₃, and the orange dichromate turns green as Cr³⁺ forms. Ketones resist further oxidation.

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What is the organic product when propan-2-ol is heated with acidified potassium dichromate(VI)?

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