Answer this question by looking at how $\text{KMnO}_4$ reacts with different functional groups under the conditions given. The diagram illustrates the structure of the naturally occurring molecule cholesterol. Two separate oxidation reactions are performed using different conditions: • cold, dilute acidified $\text{KMnO}_4$ • hot, concentrated acidified $\text{KMnO}_4$ Which statements about the products formed are correct?
Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Hydroxy compounds