What happens when potassium dichromate is reacted with alkenes and alkanes?
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No, the alkene will not react as potassium dichromate isn't strong enough but it will react with acidified potassium manganate which is a stronger oxidising agent. In this case you'll end up with a 1,2 diol and I think this reaction is on the A level syllabus.
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