$CH_3-CH_2-OH \xrightarrow{\text{Alkaline } KMnO_4 + \text{Heat}} CH_3-COOH$
In the above given reaction,alkaline $KMnO_4$ acts as:

  • A
    reducing agent
  • B
    oxidising agent
  • C
    catalyst
  • D
    dehydrating agent

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