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Which of the following reagents would distinguish cis cyclopenta-1,2- diol from the trans-isomer?

A

Aluminium isopropoxide

B

Acetone

C

Ozone

D

`MnO_(2)`

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B
Cis isomer reacts with acetone to form a cyclic ketal while trans isomer does not.
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