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In the reaction, $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{C}=\mathrm{CH}_2 \xrightarrow{\substack{\text { coldalkaline } \\ \mathrm{KMnO}_4}}(A)$ :
Product A is :
ChemistryHydrocarbonsJEE Main
Options:
  • A Ethylene glycol
  • B Acetic acid
  • C Ethane
  • D Butyric acid
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Ethylene glycol
When ethylene is treated with cold alkaline $\mathrm{KMnO} 4$, ethylene glycol is formed.

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