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Member 368269 · 04-14-2012, 06:51 PM

OH- can oxidise aldehydes, and other milder oxidizing agents. Strong oxidizing agents would oxidize aldehydes and ketones.

04-14-2012, 06:51 PM	#2
Member 368269 MS-0 Status: Pre-Medical MDApps: View Profile Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CA Posts: 797	OH- can oxidise aldehydes, and other milder oxidizing agents. Strong oxidizing agents would oxidize aldehydes and ketones.