Which among the.following statement is correct regarding the reaction of PCC with `RCH_(2)CH_(2)OH` ?

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 + Cr(VI) underset("ln PCC") to RCHO + Cr(III)`