An unpleasant-smelling compound present in the human armpit is 3-methylhex-2-enoic acid. If this compound is reacted with a cold, dilute, acidified solution of potassium manganate(VII), how many chiral centres will be formed?
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Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Hydroxy compounds
An unpleasant-smelling compound present in the human armpit is 3-methylhex-2-enoic acid. If this compound is reacted with a cold, dilute, acidified solution of potassium manganate(VII), how many chiral centres will be formed?