engineering chemistry MCQ #137

The major product of the reaction of 1-propanol with conc. H2SO4 at 140°C is

engineering chemistry MCQ #137

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The major product of the reaction of 1-propanol with conc. H2SO4 at 140°C is

    • A) Propene
    • B) Diethyl ether
    • C) Dipropyl ether
    • D) Isopropyl alcohol

    Answer: Dipropyl ether

    Explanation: At 140°C, conc. H2SO4 promotes the formation of ethers from alcohols, so 1-propanol forms dipropyl ether.