Which of the following is a common oxidizing agent used to oxidize alcohols to aldehydes?

A. Sodium borohydride (NaBH4)
B. Pyridinium chlorochromate (PCC)
C. Lithium aluminium hydride (LiAlH4)
D. Potassium iodide (KI)

Answer: Pyridinium chlorochromate (PCC)

Additional Information: PCC is a mild oxidizing agent used to selectively oxidize primary alcohols to aldehydes.

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