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.