Please answer each of the questions and I would suggest that you be very specific and as much detailed as possible. Write and submit your initial post by Thursday at 11:59 pm.

1. a) Define oxidation and reduction reactions in terms of Organic Chemistry; b) Discuss the various oxidation states of C and give an example of each,
2. Discuss the various classes of alcohols and provide a reaction specific to each class .   Give examples and use actual structures.

After posting your discussion, you will have the opportunity to reply or comment to two posts of two other classmates. Your comment must be polite and courteous using proper language.   In your reply, you may want to:

1. Discuss any information you find to be very valuable in their post that is of interest to you.

Provide any feedback to your classmates’ posts by Sunday at 11:59 pm. Any sections or areas of their responses that could be expanded or any thoughtful feedback.

1.In organic compounds, oxidation refers to the process by which a carbon atom forms bonds with more electronegative elements, most often oxygen. Reduction is a chemical reaction