Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019133

What happens to potassium permanganate in the presence of ethanol during oxidation?

1

It turns blue

2

It turns colorless

3

It precipitates

4

It remains purple

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. It turns colorless

Solution:

In the presence of ethanol, potassium permanganate (KMnO4) is reduced during oxidation, leading to a color change from purple to colorless. This indicates a successful oxidation reaction.

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