Chapter 11, Problem 11.26P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The cyclic structure of the species formed in the reaction of an alkene and ${\text{KMnO}}_4$ is to be stated. The curved arrow mechanism for the first step is to be drawn.

Concept introduction:

Oxidation reaction is the reaction in which either oxygen is added or hydrogen is removed. Reduction reaction is the reaction in which either hydrogen is added or oxygen is removed. The oxidizing agent ${\text{KMnO}}_4$ oxidizes the species by adding the oxygen atoms. The oxidizing agnet ${\text{KMnO}}_4$ is considered as a strong oxidizing agent.