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Distinguish between benzene and toluene with the help of a chemical reaction.

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Toluene on oxidation by alkaline `KMnO_4` and subsequent acidification produces shining white crystals of benzoic acid. Benzene , on the other hand , does not undergo oxidation with alkaline `KMnO_4` to form any white precipitate.
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