Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040022

Which of the following reactions best describes oxidation of ethanol using potassium permanganate?

1

Reduction

2

Hydrogenation

3

Dehydrogenation

4

Oxidation

Answer and Solution

Answer

D. Oxidation

Solution:

The reaction of ethanol with potassium permanganate results in oxidation, where ethanol is converted into acetic acid, demonstrating the transformation through the addition of oxygen.

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