All of the following react with KMnO4 but:
Correct answer: A. Ethane
- A. Ethane
- B. Ethyne
- C. Ethyl benzene
- D. Ethene
Explanation
Option A is correct as Alkanes are generally unreactive towards oxidizing reagents. Whereas Option B, C and D are incorrect as all of them react with KMnO4 due to unsaturation of bond ( for B and D) whereas ethyl benzene just has its outer alkyl chain oxidized to give benzoic acid as a product.
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