AP EAMCET · Chemistry · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers
Which of the following compounds will give butanone on oxidation with alkaline \(\mathrm{KMnO}_4\) solution?
- A Butan-1-ol only
- B Butan-2-ol only
- C Butan-1-ol and butan-2-ol
- D None of the options are correct
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(B) Butan-2-ol only
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
Butan 2-ol on oxidation with alkaline \(\mathrm{KMnO}_4\) gives butan -2-one. Hence, the correct option is (2).
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