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Benzene on oxidation with \[{{V}_{2}}{{O}_{5}}\]produce :

A)  toluene                              

B) benzaldehyde

C) benzoic acid      

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 \[({{450}^{o}}C)\] forms maleic anhydride.