Organic Chemistry, 3e WileyPLUS Registration Card + Loose-leaf Print Companion
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Chapter 17.6, Problem 17CC
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation For the given compounds treated with chromic acid, expected product should be drawn

Concept introduction:

  • Chromic acid strong oxidizing agent used to oxidize primary or secondary alcohol. Chromic acid doesn’t readily react with benzene or with alkanes
  • Alkylbenzenes are readily oxidized by chromic acid. The oxidation takes place selectively at the benzylic position. If the benzylic position lacks a proton then the oxidation doesn’t occur.

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