What hydrocarbons generally will undergo an immediate reaction with {eq}KMnO_4 {/eq}? a. Alcohols b. Alkanes c. Alkenes d. Aromatics Dihydroxylation of alkenes with Potassium Permanganate Potassium permanganate solution which is purple in color...
It is the double bond(s) of alkenes where the the reactivity is centered. One type of reaction these compounds under go is an oxidation reaction with a strong oxidizing agent, for example potassium permanganate which is very strong oxidizer. Answer and Explanation: The balanced chemical...