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

Question

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

MyClass24 · Accepted 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.

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