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
(b) Ozone
(c) $MnO_2$
(d) Aluminium isopropxide
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 22.(a)
Solution:

NOTES
Trans isomer can not react with acetone to form cyclic ketal.