Question

Benzene on oxidation with $V_2{O}_5$ produce :

• A. toluene
• B. benzaldehyde
• C. benzoic acid
• D. maleic anhydride

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Benzene does not readily undergo oxidatior but upon oxidation with $V_{2}O$, at an elevated temperature $\left(450^{\circ }C\right)$ forms maleic anhydride.