A-LevelChemistryCarboxylic acids and derivatives9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2016 · Q401 Mark
Which statements about the formation of a carboxylic acid are correct? 1 A carboxylic acid can be produced by hydrolysis of a nitrile. 2 A carboxylic acid can be produced by oxidation of a primary alcohol. 3 A carboxylic acid can be produced by reduction of an aldehyde.
A1, 2 and 3 are correct
B1 and 2 only are correct
C2 and 3 only are correct
D1 only is correct
✓ Correct answer
B: 1 and 2 only are correct
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