Oxidation of cyclohexene yields a dicarboxylic acid $\mathbf{G}$ which is a monomer for a polyamide

Question

Oxidation of cyclohexene yields a dicarboxylic acid $\mathbf{G}$ which is a monomer for a polyamide polymer. Identify the oxidizing agent.

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Ozonolysis followed by oxidative workup ($O_3 / H_2O_2$) cleaves the double bond to form carboxylic acids (adipic acid).