But-1-ene and but-2-ene are treated separately with cold, dilute acidified manganate(VII) ions. Four students, W, X, Y and Z, make statements about these alkenes and the diols formed from them. W One diol contains two primary alcohol groups. $$\(X\)$$ One diol contains a primary and a secondary alcohol group. Y One diol contains two secondary alcohol groups. Z Both alkenes exhibit cis-trans isomerism. Which two students are correct?

A.
\(W\) and \(Y\)
B.
W and Z
C.
\(X\) and \(Y\)
D.
\(X\) and \(Z\)
Chemistry
IGCSE&ALevel
CAIE
Exam No:9701_s20_qp_11 Year:2020 Question No:22

Answer:

C

Knowledge points:

13.4.3 describe geometrical (cis/trans) isomerism in alkenes, and explain its origin in terms of restricted rotation due to the presence of π bonds
14.2.2.2 the oxidation by cold dilute acidified to form the diol

Solution:

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