Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Question 155

Question: Propene, $ CH_3-CH=CH_2 $ , can be converted to 1-propanol by oxidation. Which set of reagents among the following is ideal to effect the conversion-

Options:

A) Alkaline $ KMnO_4 $

B) $ B_2H_6 $ and alkaline $ H_2O_2 $

C) $ O_3/Zn $ dust

D) $ OsO_4/NaHSO_3 $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

[b] Diborane $ H_2O_2/O{H^{-}} $ gives anti-Markownikoff addition of H-OH.