Question

convert the toulan to benzene ring​

Answer 1

Answer:

Originally Answered: Organic Chemistry: How do you convert toluene into benzene? 1) Oxidize it to benzoic acid using potassium permanganate. 2) Heat the benzoic acid with soda-lime. You will get first sodium benzoate, PhCOONa, and then benzene: PhCOONa + NaOH -----> PhH + Na2CO3

Answer 2

Answer:

• 1) Oxidize it to benzoic acid using potassium permanganate.
• 2) Heat the benzoic acid with soda-lime.

You will get first sodium benzoate, PhCOONa, and then benzene: PhCOONa + NaOH -----> PhH + Na2CO3.