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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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Ozonolysis of benzene gives
Options
A Formic acid
B Glyoxal
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C Formaldehyde
D Glycine
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ozonolysis of benzene gives glyoxal (OHC-CHO). The benzene ring is cleaved to form a dicarbonyl compound.

Hint

What dicarbonyl compound is formed from benzene ozonolysis?

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