Which of the following statements is true of oxidation reactions in primary or secondary alcohols?
A) The alcohols lose oxygen atoms when oxidized.
B) The alcohols gain electrons when oxidized.
C) The alcohols lose hydrogen atoms when oxidized.
D) The alcohols lose water when oxidized.

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In oxidation reactions of primary or secondary alcohols, the alcohols lose hydrogen atoms (as H+ ions) and gain oxygen atoms to form aldehydes or ketones, respectively. This process is known as dehydrogenation. Therefore, choice C is the correct statement. Choices A, B, and D are all incorrect as they do not accurately describe the process of oxidation in alcohols.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Oxidation Reactions