A six-carbon organic compound containing oxygen is suspected of being either a secondary alcohol or — Organic Chemistry Chemistry Question
Question
A six-carbon organic compound containing oxygen is suspected of being either a secondary alcohol or a ketone. Which chemical or physical test would best distinguish between these two possibilities?
A.
Water solubility
B.
Melting point
C.
Treatment with sodium bicarbonate
D.✓ Correct
Treatment with acidic dichromate
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