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 (CHβ)βCO
(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.