For the following reaction, select the statement that best describes the situation
`RCH_(2)OH+"PCC"[C_(5)H_(5)NH^(+)ClCrO_(3)^(-)]rarr`

Options

A. The alcohol is oxidised to an acid and the Cr(VI) is reduced
B. The alcohol is oxidised to an aldehyde and the Cr(VI) is reduced
C. The alcohol is reduced to an aldehyde and the Cr(III) is oxidised
D. The alcohol is oxidised to a ketone and the Cr(VI) is reduced

Answer

B

Explanation

`RCH_(2)OH+underset("(in PCC)")(Cr(VI))rarr R CHO +Cr(III)`