Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Ques 22

22. Which of the following reagents would distinguish cis-cyclopentane-1,2-diol from the trans-isomer?

[2016]

(a) Acetone (CH₃)β‚‚CO

(b) Ozone Layer

(c) $MnO_2$

(d) Aluminium isopropoxide

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 22.(a)

Solution:

NOTES

Trans isomer cannot react with acetone to form cyclic ketal.



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