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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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Which of the following reactions cleaves the double bond of an alkene to produce carboxylic acids or ketones?
Options
A Hydroboration-oxidation
B Ozonolysis or hot KMnO4
Correct Answer
C Hydration
D Halogenation
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Vigorous oxidation with hot KMnO4 or ozone (ozonolysis) cleaves the double bond; terminal =CH2 gives CO2, =CHR gives carboxylic acid, and =CR2 gives ketone.

Hint

Cleavage = breaking the double bond completely.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 138 of 1999
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