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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