Chapter 23, Problem 10STP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To characterize the reactions given as addition, esterification, substitution, polymerization, and oxidation reaction.

Concept Introduction: Oxidation reactions involve the transfer of elements between two elements. The oxidation number of an atom or an ion gets changed during the oxidation reaction. Oxidation is also referred to as the reaction of gaining oxygen.

Answer to Problem 10STP

The given reaction is an oxidation reaction.

Explanation of Solution

In the given reaction, aldehydes are converted to carboxylic acids. The oxidation of aldehydes in the presence of oxidizing reagents like ${\text{K}}_{\text{2}}{\text{Cr}}_{\text{2}}{\text{O}}_{\text{7}}$ in the presence of an acidic medium will produce carboxylic acids due to the gaining of oxygen.

Conclusion

In the given reaction, oxidation is taking place in the presence of oxidizing agents like ${\text{K}}_{\text{2}}{\text{Cr}}_{\text{2}}{\text{O}}_{\text{7}}$ , which help in the addition of oxygen to the given aldehyde. Oxidation of aldehydes is less relevant than reductions.