Chemistry-Chemical Reactions

NEET Chemistry Chemical Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

What is the product formed when propan-1-ol is oxidized using alkaline KMnO4 solution?

A

Propanal

B

Propanone

C

Propanoic acid

D

1,2-Propanediol

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

The oxidation of propan-1-ol with alkaline KMnO4 leads to the formation of a carboxylic acid, which in this case is propanoic acid.

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