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K2Cr2O7+4H2SO4= K2SO4+Cr2(SO4)3+4H2O+3[O]

As you can see during this reaction you obtain the O that you need for the oxidation of alcohol.

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Q: Why H2SO4 is added in K2Cr2O7 during oxidation of alcohol?
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