Which of the following statements is true?
A) Both aldehydes and ketones are easily oxidized.
B) Neither aldehydes nor ketones are easily oxidized.
C) Aldehydes are easily oxidized, but ketones are not.
D) Ketones are easily oxidized, but aldehydes are not.

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Aldehydes have a hydrogen atom attached to the carbonyl group, allowing for easy oxidation to form carboxylic acids. Ketones, on the other hand, do not have a hydrogen atom in the carbonyl group and are more resistant to oxidation. Therefore, aldehydes are easily oxidized, but ketones are not.

Which of the Following Statements Is True