Which of the following reagents would distinguish cis-cyclopenta $- 1, 2 - d i o l$ from the trans-isomer?

A c e t o n e

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M n O_{2}

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The correct option is B $A c e t o n e$
Acetone would distinguish cis-cyclopenta−1,2−diol from the trans-isomer.
With cis isomer, acetone forms bicylic ketal. With trans isomer, formation of bicyclic ketal is not possible due to presence of angle strain.

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