what is the reagent used to convert ethyl benzene to benzoic acid
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Explanation:Ethylbenzene to benzene organic conversion is a two step process. First ethylbenzene reacts with acidic potassium permanganate to give benzoic acid. Then benzoic acid reacts with soda lime (decarboxylation) to give benzene. Toluene (methylbenzene) can be used to prepare benzene.
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