A cycloalkene having molecular formula $\text{C}_7\text{H}_{12}$ was oxidised using hot concentrated acidified $\text{MnO}_4^-$. The sole organic product formed was 2-methylhexane-1,6-dioic acid. What is the identity of this cycloalkene?
Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Hydrocarbons
A cycloalkene having molecular formula $\text{C}_7\text{H}_{12}$ was oxidised using hot concentrated acidified $\text{MnO}_4^-$. The sole organic product formed was 2-methylhexane-1,6-dioic acid. What is the identity of this cycloalkene?