Asked by Minda Macapobre on Sep 28, 2024
Classify the reaction below as an oxidation, a reduction, or neither.
(CH3) 2CHCH2OH → (CH3) 2CHCHO
A) oxidation
B) reduction
C) neither
Oxidation
A chemical reaction involving the loss of electrons by a molecule, atom, or ion, often associated with gaining oxygen or losing hydrogen.
Reduction
A chemical reaction involving the gain of electrons or the decrease in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion.
- Classify organic reactions as oxidation, reduction, or neither.
Learning Objectives
- Classify organic reactions as oxidation, reduction, or neither.