Chemistry-Alkenes

NEET Chemistry Alkenes MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11

When an alkene reacts with cold, dilute, aqueous KMnO4, which product is formed?

A

Vicinal glycols

B

Alkyl halides

C

Ketones

D

Aldehydes

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, alkenes react with cold, dilute, aqueous KMnO4 (Baeyer’s reagent) to produce vicinal glycols.

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