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Which reagent oxidises primary alcohols to aldehydes in good yield?
ALithium aluminium hydride
BConcentrated H2SO4
CPyridinium chlorochromate
DHot acidified KMnO4
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Pyridinium chlorochromate
Pyridinium chlorochromate is mild and stops oxidation at the aldehyde stage.
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