Question

what happens when propyne is oxidized with KMnO4 ? ​

Answer 1

The rate of the reaction was found to increase with increase in [KMnO4] and [Propane-1,3-diol]. The reaction showed first order dependence each in [KMnO4] and [Propane-1,3-diol] and independent in the ionic strength of the solution. ... Negative entropy of activation revealed an ordered transition state for the reaction.

Answer 2

Answer:

During strong oxidation with potassium permanganate the alkyne is cleaved into two products. Propyne reacts with \[KMn{O_4}\] in a neutral medium and is oxidized in pyruvic acid. So, that alkyne will be propyne.