Question

(a) Define the term functional group. Identify the functional group present in O H OH ll l l (i)HiciH, (ii)H7$iC=OH (b) What happens when 5% alkaline KMnO4 solution is added drop by drop to warm ethanol taken in a test-tube ? State the role of alkaline KMnO4 Solution in this reaction.

Answer 1

FUNCTIONAL GROUP :-
If we insert atom or an atom group in a hydrocarbon then there is changes in their entire physical and chemical property