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Benzene when oxidized with\[{{V}_{2}}{{O}_{5}}\]produces

A)  Benzoic acid              

B)  Toluene

C)  Benzaldehyde            

D)  Maleic anhydride

Correct Answer: D

Solution :

Benzene does not readily undergo oxidation but upon oxidation with \[{{V}_{2}}{{O}_{5}}\]at an elevated temperature of \[450{}^\circ C\], it forms maleic anhydride. Hence, the correct option is [d].