An alkanol can be prepared by the reaction of an alkene with

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A. concentrated tetraoxosulphate (VI) acid
B. bromine tetrachloroethane
C. aqueous potassium tetraoxomanganate (VII)
D. sodium hydroxide solution

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

An alkene reacts with conc. H\(_2\)SO\(_4\) to yield an alkyl hydrogen tetraoxosulphate (VI). The compound formed undergoes hydrolysis when boiled with water to yield an alcohol.

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