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Which of the following compounds will give butanone on oxidation with alkaline $\mathrm{KMnO}_4$ solution?
ChemistryAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
Options:
  • A
    Butan-1-ol
  • B
    Butan-2-ol
  • C
    Both (a) and (b)
  • D
    None of these
Solution:
2226 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
Butan-2-ol
$2^{\circ}$ alcohols on oxidation with alkaline $\mathrm{KMnO}_4$ solution produce ketones.

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