Question

question
aldehydes and ketones can be synthesized from alcohols through:
select the correct answer below:
○ combustion
○ electrolysis
○ oxidation
○ reduction

Explanation:

Oxidation of alcohols can produce aldehydes (primary alcohols) or ketones (secondary alcohols). Combustion of alcohols gives \(CO_2\) and \(H_2O\). Electrolysis is not the typical method for this synthesis. Reduction would convert aldehydes/ketones to alcohols, not the reverse.

Answer:

oxidation