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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