NEET Chemistry Alkanes Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): Alkanes generally resist oxidation.
Reason (R): Alkanes with tertiary hydrogen atoms can be oxidized to corresponding alcohols by potassium permanganate.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that ordinarily alkanes resist oxidation, but those with tertiary hydrogen atoms can be oxidized to alcohols using potassium permanganate, supporting the assertion and reason.
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