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

A

`MnO_(2)`

B

Aluminium isopropoxide

C

Acetone

D

Ozone

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C
Acetone can be used to distinguish between cis-and trans-diols. Cis -cyclopenta-1, 2-diol forms cyclic ketal with acetone, whereas trans-isomer cannot form cyclic ketal.
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