An Optically Active Compound,A,with the Molecular Formula C₇H₁₂ Reacts with Cold

question 23

Multiple Choice

An optically active compound,A,with the molecular formula C₇H₁₂ reacts with cold dilute KMnO₄ and gives IR absorption at about 3300 cm^-1.On catalytic hydrogenation,A is converted to B (C₇H₁₆) and B is also optically active.Which is a possible structure for A?

• A)I
• B)II
• C)III
• D)IV

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