AIIMS2008Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

AIIMS 2008 Chemistry Oxidation Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Oxidation product 1,²⁻cyclopentanediol with HIO₄ gives

A

HC – CH₂ – CH₂ – C – II O

B

O

C

O == C – CH – CH₂ – CH₂ = O OH

D

none of these

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

To cause oxidative cleavage of bonds carrying groups prone to undergo oxidation. One mole of reagent is required to cleave one bond.

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