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Oxidation of aldehydes is easier than that of ketones. Explain.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Aldehydes and Ketones**: - Aldehydes have the general structure R-CHO, where R is an alkyl or aryl group and the carbonyl group (C=O) is at the end of the carbon chain. - Ketones have the general structure R-CO-R', where R and R' are alkyl or aryl groups, and the carbonyl group is located between two carbon atoms. 2. **Oxidation Process**: - Oxidation involves the addition of oxygen or the removal of hydrogen. In organic chemistry, oxidation of aldehydes typically converts them into carboxylic acids (R-COOH). ...
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