MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #83

What is the product when ethanol is oxidized with acidified KMnO4?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #83

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the product when ethanol is oxidized with acidified KMnO4?

    • A) Acetaldehyde
    • B) Acetic acid
    • C) Ethyl acetate
    • D) Diethyl ether

    Answer: Acetic acid

    Explanation: Ethanol is fully oxidized to acetic acid by acidified KMnO4; it's a strong oxidizing agent.