Synthesis of Carboxylic Acids (Review)

a) Oxidation Reactions

i) Primary alcohols and aldehydes

ii) Oxidative Cleavage of Alkenes (see 1st year notes)

carboxylic acids

[O]

eg Jones Reagent

Tollens Reagent (AgNO3, NH4OH)

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