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Chemistry of Hydrocarbons Oxidation of Alkenes with KMnO₄

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An alkene treated with cold, dilute alkaline KMnO₄ gives mainly:

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Correct Answer: A) A vicinal diol

Concept Explanation

Baeyer's reagent oxidizes a C=C bond under mild conditions to form a vicinal diol or glycol.

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