Multiple choice

Which of the following compounds is/are produced when lactic acid is treated with fenton reagent?

  1. Pyruvic acid

  2. Acetic acid

  3. Acetaldehydes and formic acid

  4. Propanoic acid

  5. Both (3) and (4)

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Explanation

When lactic acid is treated with fenton reagent, it is easily oxidised to form pyruvic acid. This option is correct.