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An alkene on vigorous oxidation with gives only acetic acid. The alkene isHydrocarbons Chemistry Question

Question

An alkene on vigorous oxidation with $KMnO_4$ gives only acetic acid. The alkene is

Answer: B

💡 Solution & Explanation

Since, the alkene on oxidation gives only acetic acid, therefore, the alkene must be symmetrical, containing two C-atoms on either side of the double bond i.e., 2- butene. 3 3 4 3 CH CH CHCH KMnO 2CH COOH ->

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