List other oxidizing reagents that could be used to convert the 9-fluorenol to 9-
fluorenone
I don't know which reagent you started with. Assuming that you used ordinary bleach (from the many recent threads on this subject), then there are many other possible oxidising agents to achieve the oxidation.
Here are a few
Jones Reagent see
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jones_oxidation
PCC see
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyridinium_chlorochromate
potassium dichromate
Dess-Martin oxidation see
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dess-Martin_periodinane
Swern oxidation see
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swern_oxidation
Oppenauer oxidation see
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oppenauer_oxidation
The latter three were developed to work with sensitive compounds and are somewhat complex overkill for this oxidation.
To find other oxidizing reagents that could be used to convert 9-fluorenol to 9-fluorenone, you would need to refer to a reliable source, such as an organic chemistry textbook or a research article. However, I can provide you with some common oxidizing reagents that are often used in organic synthesis.
1. Chromic acid (H2CrO4) or its variants: Chromic acid is a strong oxidizing agent that can convert alcohols to ketones or aldehydes. It is commonly used in the Jones oxidation or the Collins oxidation.
2. Dess-Martin periodinane (DMP): DMP is a mild and selective oxidizing reagent that is often used for the conversion of primary or secondary alcohols to aldehydes or ketones. It is particularly useful for delicate or sensitive substrates.
3. PCC (pyridinium chlorochromate): PCC is a milder variant of chromic acid that is commonly used to oxidize primary alcohols to aldehydes. It is less reactive and selective than chromic acid, making it suitable for more delicate substrates.
4. Selenium dioxide (SeO2): Selenium dioxide is a versatile and selective oxidizing reagent that can be used to convert alcohols to aldehydes, ketones, or carboxylic acids, depending on reaction conditions.
5. Oxidizing agents such as KMnO4 (potassium permanganate) and NaOCl (sodium hypochlorite) can also be used, but they are often harsh and less selective, which may lead to over-oxidation.
Remember to always consult reliable literature sources or consult with a professional chemist when selecting and performing chemical reactions. The choice of oxidizing reagent will depend on factors such as substrate sensitivity, reaction conditions, and desired product selectivity.