What is the main product when a primary alcohol is oxidized with potassium dichromate?

A. Aldehyde
B. Ketone
C. Carboxylic acid
D. Ether

Answer: Carboxylic acid

Additional Information: Oxidation of a primary alcohol with potassium dichromate can produce a carboxylic acid.

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