Question

Give toluene reaction with KMnO4 in presence of H2SO4​

Answer 1

Answer:

The product obtain will benzoic acid.

Explanation:

Toluene when treated with potassium permanganate in acidic medium goes under oxidation recation.

The oxidation reaction occurs at benzylic carbon Due to which benzoic acid is obtained.

$C_6H_5-CH_3+KMnO_4\overset{H^+}\rightarrow C_6H_5-COOH$