1. CH3 – CH2 – OH Alkaline KMnO Heat 4 + → CH3 – COOH In the above given reaction, alkaline KMnO4 acts as (a) reducing agent (b) oxidising agent (c) catalyst (d) dehydrating agent
ScienceClass 10CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
Soln:
Answer is (b) oxidising agent
Explanation:
Two Hydrogen atoms are replaced by an atom of oxygen making oxidation of ethanol. Here addition of oxygen is provided by potassium.