Q4 / 90 · JEE Main 2019 (09 Apr Shift 1) · Chemistry

The major product of the following reaction is:
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  • A

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  • Correct answer
    B
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  • C
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  • D
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Solution

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Alkaline KMnO4 oxidise benzylic carbon to the carboxylic acid.

Alkenes react with acidified potassium permanganate. Potassium Permanganate is a strong oxidant, and will initially convert the double bond to two alcohol (OH) groups.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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