MHT CET Chemistry Question (2026) — Solution

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Ketones are generally resistant to oxidation under normal conditions. However, on vigorous heating with strong oxidizing agents like CrO _3, they undergo cleavage of the C-C bond to form carboxylic acids with fewer carbon atoms. Acetone ( CH _3 COCH _3) undergoes oxidation to form a two-carbon carboxylic acid and a one-carbon fragment which further oxidizes to carbon dioxide and water. CH _3 COCH _3 CrO _3, CH _3 COOH + CO _2 + H _2 O The main product formed is acetic acid. Answer: Acetic acid