Oxidation of Toluene by KMnO4, the product is:
Correct answer: D. Benzoic acid
- A. o-nitro toluene
- B. p-nitro toluene
- C. m-nitro toluene
- D. Benzoic acid
Explanation
When toluene is subjected to oxidation, only the methyl group undergoes oxidation while the benzene ring remains intact. The methyl group on oxidation given carboxyl group.So, the product will be benzoic acid.Hence, option D is correct.
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