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Question
Which reagent oxidizes benzyl alcohol to benzoic acid?
Explanation
Benzyl alcohol (C₆H₅CH₂OH) is oxidized to benzoic acid (C₆H₅COOH) using a strong oxidizing agent like KMnO₄ in alkaline conditions.
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