2-phenylethane react with KMnO4 in presence of KOH and heat ------->complete the reaction
ritika
8 Years agoGrade 12
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subrat
8 Years ago
Concept: If there is an alkyl chain attached to phenylic group(irrespective of the alkyl chain) upon oxidation (strong oxidising agents like KMno4) gives benzoic acid.